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The Association of American Law Schools (AALS) hosted its annual conference titled "Courage in Action" in San Francisco, California, from January 7 to January 11, 2025.

Gateway Center expands services under leadership of Rep. Cristina Parajón

Cristina Parajón, a New Mexico State Representative and first-year law student, has been instrumental in the development of the Gateway Center in Albuquerque.

House committee advances controversial Green Amendment amid opposition

A recent decision by the House Government, Elections and Indian Affairs Committee has moved HJR 3, known as the Green Amendment, forward with a do-pass recommendation.

Conference focuses on tribal co-stewardship opportunities

To conclude 2024, the Native American Rights Fund (NARF) and First Nations Development Institute (FNDI) co-hosted a national conference titled "Shared Horizons: Navigating Tribal Co-Stewardship and Co-Management Opportunities."

Aja N. Brooks becomes first Black president of State Bar of New Mexico

On December 11, 2024, Aja N. Brooks was inaugurated as the 2025 President of the State Bar of New Mexico, marking her as the organization's 139th president.

EQNM anticipates active legislative session amid federal challenges

By New Mexico Sun | Feb 2, 2025

EQNM has been actively involved in the legislative session in Santa Fe since it began.

New Mexico legislature faces bill postponements amid healthcare compact approvals

The legislative day in New Mexico saw unexpected delays as three anticipated bills were postponed.

Public rights to New Mexico streams reinforced by courts

Jason Kerkmans, reflecting on his upbringing influenced by an avid fly-fishing grandfather, recently discussed the need to raise public awareness about stream access rights in New Mexico.

Indian Pueblo Cultural Center appoints Monique Fragua as new CEO

Monique Fragua has been appointed as the new CEO of the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC).

Senator Brandt announces bill to prohibit antisemitic discrimination

New Mexico Senator Craig Brandt announced that he has introduced SB 195, a bill prohibiting antisemitic discrimination to address and prevent it statewide.

President of NMBC on HB 11: 'PFMLA will be funded by the largest wage tax increase in NM history'

Carla Sonntag, president and co-founder of the New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC), said that HB 11, the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (PFMLA), would result in the largest wage tax increase in state history.

CEO of GACC on new crime bills: 'Nothing is more terrifying to a student' than swatting

Terri Cole, President and CEO of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce (GACC), has called for stronger penalties for swatting, firearm trafficking, and organized crime.

CCIA announces a parent’s guide on explicit books in LCPS

The Coalition of Conservatives in Action (CCIA) has released a parent's guide listing over 95 books in Las Cruces Public Schools that they deem age-inappropriate and explicit.

New Mexico legislature debates oil and gas industry impact

The New Mexico Legislative Session of 2025 is witnessing significant activity as numerous bills aimed at altering the oil and gas industry's influence on the state advance through The Roundhouse.

Former finance director discusses New Mexico's fiscal conditions at chamber meeting

David Abbey, the former director of the Legislative Finance Council, addressed the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce's Board of Directors on January 24.

New Mexico ranks last in education despite increased spending

The latest release of the Nation’s Report Card reveals that New Mexico ranks last among all 50 states in fourth- and eighth-grade student performance in reading and math.

Settlement resolves claims related to overpaid pandemic benefits in New Mexico

A settlement has been reached in the class action lawsuit, Duran v. New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (DWS), addressing claims related to overpaid pandemic unemployment benefits.

New Mexico Senate advances bills to safeguard state's endangered waterways

On January 30, the Senate Conservation Committee voted 6-3 to advance SB 21 and SB 22, which aim to provide significant protections for New Mexico waters.

NM House Republicans announce Rep. Reeb to co-sponsor bipartisan competency bill

New Mexico House Republicans have announced that Representative Andrea Reeb will co-sponsor House Bill 4 (HB 4), Criminal Competency and Treatment, alongside Democratic Representatives Christine Chandler and Marianna Anaya.

NM FAM announces support for executive order prohibiting gender-transition funding for minors