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Beehive Homes owner urges improvement of New Mexico liability environment
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Gerald Hamilton, owner of Beehive Homes Assisted Living, expressed concerns about New Mexico's liability climate, which he said makes it challenging for assisted living providers to secure insurance coverage that protects both residents and...

John Moore Associates CEO Cochran says tax bill offers savings for couples
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Brian Cochran, president and CEO of John Moore Associates, said that despite criticism from both sides, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act provides meaningful tax savings for average working couples and retirees.

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Rep. Dow on state spending: 'The problem isn’t a lack of money — it’s failed policies'
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Rebecca Dow, a state representative for the New Mexico House of Representatives, has expressed concerns regarding new government spending plans.


Rep. Block: 'I’ve helped successfully bring back dollars to reinvest in our community'
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John Block, a state representative for the New Mexico House of Representatives, recently summarized a week of committee work and local engagement across the state.


Think New Mexico economic director: Food tax repeal 'is a regressive tax'
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Katie Gutierrez, Economic Reform Director of Think New Mexico, said that eliminating the tax on food would reduce the burden on low-income families who must allocate a significant portion of their limited income to groceries.


Think New Mexico Associate Director Fisher on funding reform: 'We should have a statewide capital plan'
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Associate Director of Think New Mexico, Kristina Fisher, has advocated for the state to replace its fragmented capital spending system with a statewide, prioritized plan that fully funds major infrastructure needs.


Choise.ai founder on anti-crypto kiosk policy: 'Are we solving the problem, or just removing the most visible sign of it?'
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Vladimir Gorbunov, founder of Choise.ai, expressed concerns that lawmakers are focusing on crypto ATMs when smarter safeguards and collaboration could better protect consumers from scammers.


Think New Mexico director on grocery taxes: 'It can cause a multitude of health issues'
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Katie Gutierrez, Economic Reform Director of Think New Mexico, expressed concerns about the impact of grocery taxes on health disparities.


Albuquerque City Lifestyle owner: 'New Mexico needs big help in healthcare'
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Rich Ringrose, owner and publisher of Albuquerque City Lifestyle, said that New Mexico's poor healthcare performance is discouraging employers and talented professionals from locating or staying in the state.


Sen. Brantley on SNAP oversight: ‘My first priority is feeding hungry New Mexicans’
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New Mexico Senator Crystal Brantley has called for a more thorough audit of the state's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) administration.


Real Broker leader on New Mexico business leadership: 'We need business-minded leaders who inspire thriving communities'
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Cassandra Morrison, a real-estate leader with Real Broker, emphasized the importance of prioritizing and strengthening small businesses at the state level to maintain vibrant communities and prevent residents from seeking opportunities elsewhere.


Manzano Mountain Retreat owner on New Mexico small-business policies: 'We seem to be in a very anti-employer culture'
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Noelle Gemmer, the business owner of Manzano Mountain Retreat, has expressed concerns regarding state policies and local bureaucracy that she says are making it increasingly difficult for small employers in rural New Mexico to hire and operate...


Rep. Block on governor’s aid plan: 'Not a single Republican voted for this'
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John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that no Republicans supported the governor's $30 million food aid plan during the special session.


Rep. Lord on shutdown aid: 'Federal delays directly impact vulnerable families'
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Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, said that Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández's vote against a House funding bill exacerbated the impact of the government shutdown, necessitating the state to allocate $30 million to address food...


Rep. Block on SNAP funding plan: 'They claim it’ll cover 10 days of food'
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John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, attributed the blame for the government shutdown to Democrats and argued that the state's $30 million plan is insufficient to fully replace Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.


Rep. Block: Food banks have 'become shills for Democrats'
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John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, has expressed concerns over food banks aligning with Democratic messaging regarding the government shutdown.


Rep. Block on government shutdown: Democrats 'have held the American people hostage'
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John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, has attributed the responsibility for the longest government shutdown in U.S. history to the Democrats, stating that their actions are harming Americans.


OPINION:  Preserving New Mexico’s beef industry for the next generation
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New Mexico is facing a critical moment in its beef industry. Consumers are paying record-high prices, but these prices reflect years of complex challenges: delayed herd cycles due to COVID-19, drought-induced herd...


Rep. Lord on Sarah McArthur controversial remarks: 'Hatred isn't empowerment. Bigotry isn't progress'
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Stefani Lord, a House Representative from New Mexico, expressed her views on derogatory comments made by Roswell school board candidate Sarah McArthur.


Rep. Dow on the 2026 election: 'Please for the love of NM, vote in some balance'
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Rebecca Dow, House Representative of New Mexico, said that voters should seek greater political balance in the 2026 elections and evaluate policies based on outcomes rather than intentions.