New Mexico Sun

News from April 2025


New Mexico Senate Democrats announce passing of Bill B. O'Neill

New Mexico Senate Democrats have announced the passing of former Senator Bill B. O'Neill, acknowledging his contributions to juvenile justice reform and his legacy as a writer and legislator.


New Mexico Voices for Children announces new Medicaid rural fact sheet

New Mexico Voices for Children has released a new fact sheet revealing that 24 rural counties in New Mexico have 30% or more residents enrolled in Medicaid.


NMBC CEO on HB 91 utility rate bill: 'Rate structures will push thousands of New Mexicans who are just above the poverty line'

Carla Sonntag, President and CEO of the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC), expressed concerns regarding House Bill 91 (HB 91) Public Utility Rate Structures.


NMBC President on state-funded abortion clinic: 'The Governor took $10 million from taxpayers'

Carla Sonntag, President and CEO of the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC), expressed concerns over Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's allocation of $10 million in taxpayer funds for an abortion clinic in Raton.


Business Coalition President on crime bill veto: 'This veto is an absolute outrage'

Carla Sonntag, President and CEO of the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC), expressed concern over Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's veto of Senate Bill 17, stating it reflects a failure to address the state's increasing crime problem.


Faith communities gather to address environmental concerns in Southeast New Mexico

The New Mexico Interfaith Power and Light (NM IPL) recently hosted a Spring Immersion Retreat, attracting participants from Albuquerque, Carlsbad, Chaparral, El Paso, San Antonio, and Laredo.


Republican headquarters in Albuquerque targeted by arson attack

The Republican Party of New Mexico Headquarters in Albuquerque was the target of an arson attack.