Observe New Mexico Elections (ONME) is a nonpartisan observation effort designed to increase trust and transparency in our elections. The effort, led by and for New Mexicans, assesses whether statutory electoral procedures are consistently and accurately followed and provides timely, comprehensive public information about the quality of our elections. The Observe New Mexico Elections effort is funded by The Carter Center, a nonpartisan nonprofit organization with highly regarded global expertise in impartial election observation. The Carter Center also provides training and technical support.

Voters selected from all 33 counties learn about relevant laws and procedures in New Mexico’s electoral process and report on how those procedures are implemented. They report on what they see as impartially and accurately as possible using structured forms and other standardized observation tools, and in no way interfere in the election process. Their reports are aggregated to provide a detailed, data-driven assessment about the conduct of elections in New Mexico. The presence of ONME election observers helps to reassure New Mexico voters.