House Memorial 11, introduced by Elizabeth "Liz" Thomson, proclaims February 6, 2026, as "New Mexico Speech-Language and Hearing Association Day" in the House of Representatives. The memorial highlights the significant impact of hearing, speech, and language impairments on New Mexico families, noting that one in ten families is affected by such disorders. It emphasizes the essential role of audiologists and speech-language pathologists in providing services that empower individuals with communication disorders, helping them lead independent and fulfilling lives.
The resolution acknowledges the contributions of the New Mexico speech-language and hearing association, a professional body dedicated to supporting speech-language pathologists and audiologists in the state. It calls for recognition of their valuable services and directs that a copy of the memorial be sent to the association.