New Mexico opens applications for small local public body assistance program
The New Mexico Office of the State Auditor (OSA) has announced the opening of applications for its Small Local Public Body (sLPB) Assistance Program. This program aims to support small entities in New Mexico with financial regulations, transparency, and fiscal responsibility.
New Mexico ends temporary firearm restrictions as key components transition under MOUs
A public health order in New Mexico that temporarily restricted firearms and enhanced drug monitoring has expired, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced. The order, which was implemented in response to gun violence and substance misuse, will not be renewed.
Immigrants' rights groups oppose ICE detention facility expansion in New Mexico
New Mexico immigrants' rights advocates have expressed strong opposition to plans by the U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) to increase immigration detention capacity in New Mexico and other states. The proposal involves expanding existing facilities in Cibola and Torrance counties and utilizing the Lea County Correctional Facility, a private prison not currently used for federal immigration custody.
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New Mexico opens applications for small local public body assistance program
The New Mexico Office of the State Auditor (OSA) has announced the opening of applications for its Small Local Public Body (sLPB) Assistance Program. This program aims to support small entities in New Mexico with financial regulations, transparency, and fiscal responsibility.
New Mexico ends temporary firearm restrictions as key components transition under MOUs
A public health order in New Mexico that temporarily restricted firearms and enhanced drug monitoring has expired, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced. The order, which was implemented in response to gun violence and substance misuse, will not be renewed.
Flags at half-staff in New Mexico for Sen. John Arthur Smith
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has directed that all flags in New Mexico be flown at half-staff to honor former state senator John Arthur Smith, who died on October 7. The flags will remain lowered from sunrise on October 18 until sundown on October 21.
Governor Lujan Grisham commemorates Indigenous Peoples' Day with celebratory statement
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham marked Indigenous Peoples’ Day with a statement celebrating the contributions and resilience of Indigenous communities in New Mexico and across the nation. The day, established as a state holiday by Gov. Lujan Grisham in 2019, is observed annually on the second Monday of October.
Governor pays tribute to former Representative Dona Irwin
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has expressed her condolences following the death of former New Mexico Representative Dona Irwin. In a statement issued Thursday, the governor praised Irwin's dedication and service to District 32 and Deming over an 18-year period.
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New Mexico immigrants' rights advocates have expressed strong opposition to plans by the U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) to increase immigration detention capacity in New Mexico and other states. The proposal involves expanding existing facilities in Cibola and Torrance counties and utilizing the Lea County Correctional Facility, a private prison not currently used for federal immigration custody.
Guidelines issued ahead of New Mexico's expanded early voting period
Expanded early voting in New Mexico's 33 counties is set to begin on October 19, with early polling locations closing on November 2. As the November 5 Election Day nears, officials from the Attorney General and the New Mexico Secretary of State’s office are prepared to address any obstruction or misinformation at polling places and absentee ballot counting stations.
New Mexico prepares comprehensive measures ahead of general election
New Mexico is preparing for its general election with a focus on ensuring the integrity and security of the voting process. Common Cause New Mexico has outlined measures to safeguard the election, emphasizing voter eligibility and ballot security.
Courts
Southwest Public Policy Institute says public records access lawsuit against City of Albuquerque was 'the only mechanism available to us'
A public policy organization has sued the City of Albuquerque and its City Clerk to obtain expanded access to public records requests, a move which it called “the only mechanism available to us to compel compliance.”
Voters to decide on New Mexico Constitutional Amendment 3 in November
New Mexico voters will decide on Constitutional Amendment 3 in the upcoming November ballot. The proposed amendment, if passed, would permit the Dean of the University of New Mexico School of Law to appoint a designee to chair judicial nominating commissions when necessary.
UNM digital repository sees high demand for legal scholarship
The University of New Mexico's (UNM) decision to migrate its School of Law's three law journals to the UNM Digital Repository has increased accessibility for legal scholars' work worldwide. This transition has also allowed an analysis of which articles are most impactful based on download statistics.
School of Law appoints Rachel O. Woods as associate director
The School of Law has announced the appointment of Rachel O. Woods as the new Associate Director of Career Services. In her new role, Woods will offer career guidance, lead professional development workshops, and act as a liaison to employers throughout the state.
Industry
One of the nation's leading education policy experts, Robert Pondiscio, will address key issues in American education at an upcoming event. The focus will be on curriculum, choice, and civics education. This session aims to explore ways to improve school performance across the country. The event is scheduled for noon to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 30, at the Albuquerque Convention Center.
Over the past 12 months, upstream consolidation deals in the oil and gas sector have reached an unprecedented $250 billion, according to a report released by Enverus Intelligence Research (EIR). This figure highlights the intense rush for consolidation and growth in America's shale patch.