News from February 2025
Executive director of NM FAM: SB 500 helps ''families remain at the center of medical care'
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 28, 2025
Jodi Hendricks, executive director of the New Mexico Family Action Movement (NMFAM), said that Senate Bill 500 ensures families remain central to medical decisions affecting children.
Las Cruces Border Patrol, Homeland Security arrest 13 illegal aliens at stash house
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 28, 2025
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Las Cruces Station agents, in collaboration with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), have arrested 13 individuals at an Airbnb stash house.
Weekend Interview: Carla Sonntag’s Mission to Help Businesses and Citizens Build a Better New Mexico
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 28, 2025
Carla Sonntag, president and CEO of the New Mexico Business Coalition, is no stranger to the challenges her home state faces. Born and raised in New Mexico, she loves the state’s culture, people, and landscape. However, her frustration with ineffective policies nearly drove her to leave 16 years ago. Instead, she says that after much prayer and reflection she decided to stay and fight for change. “There is no perfect place, so why not stay and make this better?” she asks.
Leadership Albuquerque explores workings of New Mexico government
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 28, 2025
Leadership Albuquerque participants recently experienced a comprehensive tour of government operations in New Mexico.
New Mexico House considers bill on paid family and medical leave
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 28, 2025
Paid Family and Medical Leave is a necessity for workers, according to advocates in New Mexico.
House passes paid family medical leave bill amid business opposition
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 28, 2025
The House has passed House Bill 11, which aims to provide paid family and medical leave, moving it forward to the Senate.
Governor appoints two new judges to district courts
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 28, 2025
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced the appointment of two new judges to New Mexico's judicial system.
Bird flu detected in backyard flock in Bernalillo County
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 28, 2025
The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), or "bird flu," in a non-commercial backyard poultry flock located in Bernalillo County, New Mexico.
New Mexico celebrates Weights and Measures Week from March 1-7
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 28, 2025
The New Mexico Department of Agriculture's Standards & Consumer Services Division, along with the State Metrology Lab at NMDA, has announced the observance of Weights and Measures Week.
Emily Kaltenbach confirmed as new Aging Secretary by unanimous vote
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 28, 2025
Emily Kaltenbach has been confirmed as the Aging Secretary for New Mexico.
Santa Fe County Clerk’s office receives award for Project Bruno
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 28, 2025
The Santa Fe County Clerk’s Office has announced that it received the People’s Choice Award from the Election Center’s Professional Practice Awards for its real-time tabulator security program, Codename: Project Bruno.
State Sen. Townsend on Senate Bill 48 and fiscal responsibility: 'It should be recognized as responsible representation'
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 27, 2025
James G. Townsend, senator for New Mexico's District 34, expressed the necessity of fiscal responsibility as "required by my constituents" following the passage of Senate Bill 48.
State Rep. Block on House Bill 36: 'I'm incredibly proud to be a primary sponsor'
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 27, 2025
John Block, representative for New Mexico's District 51, expressed his pride in being a primary sponsor of House Bill 36, which aims to expand optometrists' duties and enhance their ability to perform minor procedures.
New Mexico selects contractors to aid science and tech startups
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 27, 2025
The New Mexico Economic Development Department's Office of Strategy, Science & Technology has announced the selection of five contractors to provide specialized business assistance to startups in the state's science and technology sectors.
Senate Republicans oppose $340 million environmental fund in New Mexico
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 27, 2025
Santa Fe, NM — Senate Republicans voiced strong opposition to Senate Bill 48 during a lengthy debate on its final passage in the Senate Chamber.
New Mexico Senate passes bill investing $340 million in local community projects
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 27, 2025
Today, the New Mexico Senate approved Senate Bill 48, known as the Community Benefit Fund (CBF).
Economic aid granted to Vitality Works for job creation and expansion
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 27, 2025
Vitality Works, a business that has been operating for four decades, will receive state economic assistance to create jobs and expand its West Side campus.
Governor signs bills to improve public safety and behavioral health in New Mexico
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 27, 2025
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed legislation aimed at enhancing public safety and behavioral health services in New Mexico.
New Mexico leaders oppose CRA resolution affecting EPA's Waste Emissions Charge
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 27, 2025
The US Senate has recently passed a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution with a 52-47 vote, reflecting party lines, which introduces uncertainty regarding the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) methane polluter fee, also known as the...
Governor discusses legislative priorities at Albuquerque Chamber luncheon
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 27, 2025
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham addressed business leaders at the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce's Mid-Session Report to the Business Community luncheon, held on February 26 in Albuquerque.
