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Rep. Block: Why does Sen. Sharer want 'to raise taxes 20% on alcohol?'

John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that the Senate GOP leadership mirrors the Governor's policies on daycare, taxes, and impeachment.


Rep. Lord: Sen. 'Sharer is moonlighting as a spin doctor' and claims New Mexico is a 'national success story'

Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, has criticized State Senator Bill Sharer for his support of higher alcohol taxes and alignment with Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's agenda.


Rep. Lord on education reform: 'Without a Republican governor and control of the House, we won't see any change'

Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that real education reform modeled after successful states will require Republican victories and leadership in government.


Rep. Dow: 'Title IX was created to ensure equal opportunity & safe spaces for women in education'

Rebecca Dow, House Representative of New Mexico, said that Title IX was designed to protect equal opportunity and safety for women.


Rep. Dow on New Mexico's new transgender care law: 'They’re not even trying to hide it anymore'

Rebecca Dow, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that current laws allow and fund transgender care for minors of all ages without parental notification starting at age 14.


Rep. Block on immigration enforcement: Legal Americans have 'nothing to worry about because they’re American'

John Block, a New Mexico House representative, said that undocumented immigrants should anticipate immigration enforcement.


Sen. Block on Iran strikes: 'We decimated their nuke weapons program for years to come'

Jay Block, a New Mexico state senator, said that recent military actions against Iran's nuclear program would enhance regional security and prevent nuclear escalation.


Sen. Block: The 'constant rhetoric and calls for violence from the left must end'

Jay Block, a Senator from New Mexico, has urged political leaders to denounce rhetoric and calls for violence following reports of an investigation into Cudahy Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez.


Sen. Thornton: We must focus on 'improving New Mexico's education system, which is currently ranked 50th in the nation'

Ant Thornton, Senator of New Mexico, has suggested that adopting strategies similar to Mississippi's education reforms could enhance student outcomes in a state currently ranked last nationally.


Roy Cooper named to New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2024

The New Mexico Sports Hall of Fame has announced the induction of Roy Cooper into its Class of 2024.


New ranger joins Navajo Lake State Park as demand rises

New Mexico State Parks has announced the addition of a new law enforcement officer to its team at Navajo Lake State Park.


Nmprc plans open meeting in Las Cruces on June 26

The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC) is set to hold its next regular open meeting in Las Cruces.


New Mexico Game and Fish schedules meetings on non-resident shed hunter license

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has announced two public meetings to discuss the proposed non-resident shed hunter license.


New Mexico reduces private-land pronghorn licenses for upcoming hunting season

The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has announced a reduction in private-land pronghorn licenses for the 2025-2026 season in northeastern New Mexico.


State authorizes extended administrative leave for wildfire-affected employees

The State Personnel Office Director, Dylan K. Lange, has authorized emergency extended administrative leave for state employees affected by wildfires or flooding in several New Mexico counties and the Mescalero Apache Reservation.


New Mexico increases health insurance discounts for small businesses starting July

Over 36,000 employees of small businesses in New Mexico will benefit from increased health insurance savings starting July 1.


Rural health fund applications open July 1, announces Governor Lujan Grisham

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced that rural health care providers in New Mexico can apply for $20 million from the Rural Health Care Delivery Fund starting July 1.


New Mexico sues Air Force over PFAS contamination at Cannon Air Force Base

The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) and the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) have initiated legal action against the U.S. Department of the Air Force, demanding the cleanup of PFAS contamination at Cannon Air Force Base near Clovis.


New Mexico State Library partners with GetSetUp for free virtual learning initiative

The New Mexico State Library has launched a new initiative to provide free virtual learning opportunities for residents through a partnership with GetSetUp, a digital learning platform.


Gustave Baumann retrospective opens at New Mexico Museum of Art in July

The New Mexico Museum of Art will host a retrospective exhibition titled "Gustave Baumann: The Artist’s Environment," showcasing the work of one of New Mexico's most renowned artists.