New Mexico Sun

A research project in New Mexico has revealed encouraging support for transgender rights, particularly in rural communities.

House Judiciary Committee advances bill enhancing penalties for assaulting officers

SANTA FE — The House Judiciary Committee has unanimously approved House Bill 103, a legislative proposal aimed at increasing penalties for battery on peace officers.

Poll reveals strong support for tougher crime laws in New Mexico

New Mexico's recent poll results indicate a strong desire among residents for legislative action on crime.

KÜHL study finds New Mexico best for off-grid living

KÜHL has announced a new study analyzing publicly available data on off-grid living, revealing that New Mexico ranks as the best state for this lifestyle in the United States.

State Senator Ant Thornton, on strategic bitcoin reserve bill: 'It's true'

Anthony 'Ant' Thornton, a New Mexico State Senator for District 19, has confirmed the introduction of a bill aimed at creating a strategic bitcoin reserve for the state.

OPINION: Protecting Children from Irreversible Damage

By Jodi Hendricks | Feb 12, 2025

On January 28, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order aimed at halting the chemical and surgical mutilation of children under the false pretense of "gender-affirming care."

OPINION: What is Good Public Policy

By Jim Townsend | Feb 12, 2025

Good public policy occurs when you deploy law through legislation to the people to govern themselves and their families as they so desire; providing a safe community, fair laws.

Greater Albuquerque Chamber opposes new healthcare bill amid economic concerns

On February 10, the Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee reviewed Senate Bill 14, which has drawn opposition from various quarters, including the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce.

New digital platform launched for tribal water law information

The Native American Rights Fund (NARF) has launched The Headwaters Report, a new digital platform dedicated to providing Tribal water law information and resources.

IPL New Mexico joins advocates urging governors' support for clean truck policies

IPL New Mexico & El Paso has joined over 100 environmental, health, and public interest groups in urging U.S. governors to support clean truck policies amid opposition from some in the trucking industry.

New Mexico introduces bill targeting ties with federal immigration detention

New Mexico lawmakers have introduced House Bill 9, known as the Immigrant Safety Act, which aims to sever the state's involvement with the federal immigration detention system.

NM Senate Conservation Committee passes Community Benefit Fund bills

New Mexico Senate Democrats announced that the Senate Conservation Committee has passed the Community Benefit Fund, which includes Senate Bills 48 and 49.

OPINION: "Realize Las Cruces" Plan Threatens Single-Family Home Neighborhoods

By Sarah Smith | Feb 12, 2025

On February 18, Las Cruces City Council will likely be voting on whether to adopt “Realize Las Cruces,” which includes sweeping changes to the zoning code that will affect all neighborhoods.

State Rep. Lord on fentanyl exposure bill failure: ‘They failed our most vulnerable children’

State Representative Stefani Lord expressed her disapproval of the decision by Democrats in the Consumer and Public Affairs Committee (CPAC) to vote against classifying knowingly exposing a child to fentanyl as child abuse.

Rep. Rebecca Dow: Progressives "constantly looking for ways to restrict the 2nd amendment rights of law-abiding citizens

State Representative Rebecca Dow addressed lawsuits targeting gun stores, asserting that despite pledges "to protect and promote the U.S. and New Mexico constitutions," progressives are focused on restricting the rights of law-abiding citizens.

State Sen. Townsend on school choice: 'Parents deserve the right and children must have opportunities'

State Senator Jim Townsend expressed his views on educational rights, stating, "Parents must have the right to seek out and direct their children to a school that educates their child effectively without penalty."

Rep. Reeb on HB 107: 'fentanyl has a grip on our state, and it is costing us dearly'