New Mexico Sun

By New Mexico Sun | Feb 19, 2025

Harlan Vincent, New Mexico State Representative for District 56, said that the Public Service Company of New Mexico's (PNM) planned blackout initiative is designed to prevent wildfire devastation.

By Ken Miyagashima | Feb 19, 2025

"Don’t judge a person until you’ve walked a mile in their shoes." This timeless saying is relevant to several points I wish to discuss.

By Mark Tobiassen | Feb 19, 2025

When it comes to HB-11, much has been discussed about the additional financial burden it places on both employees and businesses.

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.

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.

By Donna Crawford | Jan 30, 2025

The media has recently noted that much has been researched and written about doctor shortages in the United States, particularly in New Mexico.

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 29, 2025

Tipping Point New Mexico podcast host Wally Drangmeister said that due to higher capital gains taxes and the gross receipts tax, New Mexico is less favorable for business, relying on "generous" green energy programs and film production tax credits, though he questions if these are the "best" ways to diversify the economy. Drangmeister made his statement in a recent episode of the Tipping Point New Mexico podcast.

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 28, 2025

Tipping Point New Mexico podcast host Wally Drangmeister said New Mexico's economic policies have disconnected from available tax revenues, noting the state could implement reforms like eliminating income tax or addressing the "regressive" gross receipts tax system but has not pursued such changes. Drangmeister made his statement in a recent episode of the Tipping Point New Mexico podcast.

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 22, 2025

The Chamber has released the first edition of the 2025 Legislative RoundUp on January 20.

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 20, 2025

Tomorrow marks the start of the 57th Legislature's first session in New Mexico, a 60-day general session set to conclude on March 22, 2025.

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 20, 2025

New Mexico legislators are once again considering the Paid Family Medical Leave Act (PFMLA) for the fifth consecutive year.

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 17, 2025

Senator Pat Woods expressed concerns regarding the Legislative Finance Committee's (LFC) Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) budget recommendation, highlighting the need for measurable goals, targeted expenditures, and increased accountability for taxpayer...

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 16, 2025

A recent study by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) highlights potential economic impacts if Congress does not renew the tax reforms enacted in 2017.

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 14, 2025

State Representative-Elect Elaine Sena Cortez has proposed eliminating the state income tax in New Mexico, suggesting it could return "hundreds of dollars back in your pocket."

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 14, 2025

State Representative-Elect Elaine Sena Cortez has expressed concern over New Mexico's poverty level, describing it as having reached "epidemic proportions" in a January 3 op-ed.

By Jodi Hendricks | Jan 14, 2025

For many New Mexicans, the annual Legislative Session can feel distant and disconnected.

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 10, 2025

The state of New Mexico has distributed $132 million to 239,000 households through its new Child Tax Credit (CTC) this year.

By Sarah Smith | Jan 8, 2025

The 2025 New Mexico Legislative session begins on January 21st and runs through March 22nd

By New Mexico Sun | Jan 1, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed former state Senator Greg Nibert to the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (PRC) for a six-year term starting January 1, 2025.

By New Mexico Sun Reports | Dec 13, 2024

New Mexico has seen a drop in its economic freedom ranking, falling from 45th to 47th place in the 2024 Economic Freedom of North America index.