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Senator Cindy Nava (D-Bernalillo) said that Senate Bill 48, which establishes the Community Benefit Fund (CBF), is an essential tool for promoting sustainable and affordable housing in New Mexico.
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New Mexico State Senator Larry Scott (R-Hobbs) expressed concerns over Senate Bill 48, which he claimed recklessly allocates $340 million in taxpayer funds toward environmental initiatives targeting the oil and gas industry.
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New Mexico State Senator Bill Sharer said Senate Bill 36, which was passed by Democrats, undermines federal law enforcement and prioritizes illegal immigrants over citizen safety. Sharer made these remarks in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on February 24, 2025.
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Craig Brandt, a New Mexico state senator, said that Senate Democrats rejected Senate Bill 286, which aimed to provide funding to help lower-income students access better educational opportunities.
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Mimi Stewart, a New Mexico state senator, expressed concern over the Senate Finance Committee's decision to table the Clear Horizons Act with a 6-5 vote.
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Peter Wirth, a New Mexico state senator, announced that the behavioral health bills aim to provide treatment options to divert repeat offenders from incarceration, supporting a broader public safety package.
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Senator Joseph Cervantes announced that House Bill 8 expands treatment options for individuals with mental health issues to reduce recidivism and improve public safety.
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Senate Republican Leader Bill Sharer said that Democrats rejected all Republican efforts to strengthen a crime bill and improve public safety.
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New Mexico State Senator Gabriel Ramos said that Senate Republicans oppose SB 258, which mandates controversial gender identity instruction, undermines local school authority, and distracts from improving core academic subjects.
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Jay Block, a New Mexico State Senator, announced the introduction of Senate Bill 398, which proposes a $500 annual income tax rebate per filer and dependent.
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The New Mexico State Senate has approved a $1.2 billion behavioral health package aimed at securing long-term funding for mental health services.
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New Mexico State Senator William Sharer said that the New Mexico Senate rejected a bipartisan amendment requiring lawmakers to disclose monetary payments to increase public transparency.
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Crystal Brantley, a New Mexico state senator, announced that the Senate Rules Committee has unanimously advanced a bipartisan bill, Senate Bill 283 (SB 283), which aims to ensure federal benefits for foster children are directed to them rather...
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Crystal Brantley, State Senator for New Mexico's District 35, announced her bill aimed at expanding telecommunications infrastructure to enhance public safety and connectivity in the state's border counties.
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New Mexico State Senator Jeff Steinborn introduced the Medical Psilocybin Act on January 30, aiming to create a regulated program for psilocybin use to expand treatment options for those facing mental health challenges.
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Senator Craig Brandt of New Mexico's 40th District announced a new education bill intended to expand opportunities for low-income students by allowing them to choose schools that best meet their needs.
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New Mexico Senate Republicans have launched an email tip line for residents to report concerns related to public safety and government accountability.
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Bill Sharer, a New Mexico District 1 Senator, has called for State Treasurer Laura Montoya to issue a public apology for remarks she made about Senator Jay Block.
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Crystal Brantley, a New Mexico State Senator representing District 35, said that Senate Bill 11 (SB 11) will enhance education and student mental health by providing grants to schools adopting phone-free policies.
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Crystal Brantley, Senator for New Mexico District 35, said that border security is a public safety requirement and emphasized that if borders are not secure, the entire state feels the effects.