Michelle Lujan Grisham, Governor of New Mexico | governor.state.nm
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has recently highlighted several initiatives and events in New Mexico through her official X (formerly Twitter) account, ranging from educational milestones to environmental health measures.
On November 15, 2025, Governor Lujan Grisham celebrated a significant anniversary for an educational institution in the state. She posted, "The New Mexico School for the Deaf marked its 140th anniversary this past week with Founder's Day celebrations, including a scavenger hunt, parade, and birthday cake. Founded in 1885 by Lars and Belle Larson—both deaf—who paid out of their own pockets to establish a school for". The school was established in 1885 by Lars and Belle Larson, both of whom were deaf and funded the school themselves.
A day later, on November 16, 2025, Governor Lujan Grisham encouraged youth participation in an arts competition aimed at conservation awareness. She wrote, "Calling all young artists! New Mexico students in grades K-12 are invited to take part in the Art of Conservation New Mexico Fish Art Contest. Use your creative talents to highlight the beauty and importance of aquatic species, from the prized native trout of the Rio Grande to". The contest is designed to engage students across grade levels in celebrating local aquatic wildlife.
On November 17, 2025, Governor Lujan Grisham addressed environmental concerns affecting specific communities near Santa Fe. She stated that "The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is offering free private well water testing and private water well filters to residents of La Cieneguilla and La Cienega after a recent report identified a widespread plume of toxic PFAS chemicals in the communities’ groundwater west". This initiative follows a recent report indicating contamination from PFAS chemicals—synthetic substances linked to health risks—in groundwater supplies serving these areas.
PFAS chemicals have become an increasing concern nationally due to their persistence in the environment and potential health impacts such as cancer or immune system effects when present at elevated levels over time. The state's response includes providing resources like free testing and filtration systems for affected households.
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham serves as the governor of New Mexico since January 2019.
