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Retired colonel appointed to lead New Mexico's military base planning office
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Colonel Megan A. Cornett, a retired U.S. Air Force officer, as the director of New Mexico’s Office of Military Base Planning and Support.
Senator Muñoz on LFC Budget: 'Fiscal restraint has been critical'
George Muñoz, a New Mexico State Senator, emphasized the importance of fiscal restraint in transforming recent revenue growth into sustainable funding for state services.
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State reports drop in suicides among women and Indigenous Peoples
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 17, 2025
New Mexico has reported a significant decrease in suicide rates among women and Indigenous Peoples in 2023 compared to the previous year.
Garcia Richard advocates higher royalties for New Mexico oil and gas leases
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 17, 2025
New Mexico's Commissioner of Public Lands, Stephanie Garcia Richard, is advocating for an increase in the top royalty rate for new oil and gas development on state lands.
Partnership aims to protect Chupadera Mesa while supporting education
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 16, 2025
New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard has formed a partnership with the United States Department of Defense and the New Mexico Land Conservancy.
Governor appoints Crystal Lees as Second Judicial District Court judge
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 16, 2025
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Crystal Lees as a judge for the Second Judicial District Court.
Governor honors late NAACP leader Dr. Harold Bailey's contributions
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 15, 2025
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has expressed her condolences following the death of Dr. Harold Bailey, a leader in the NAACP. Dr. Bailey played a significant role in advocating for healthcare and education equity.
New Mexico Rep. Jared Hembree resigns due to health issues
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 14, 2025
State Representative Jared Hembree has announced his resignation from the New Mexico State House of Representatives.
Governor Lujan Grisham honors late Rep. Eliseo Lee Alcon
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 14, 2025
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed her condolences following the death of former Representative Eliseo Lee Alcon.
New Mexico court overturns local abortion limits; Governor supports ruling
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 9, 2025
The New Mexico Supreme Court has unanimously invalidated abortion restrictions imposed by several conservative cities and counties.
Governor addresses resignations from Western New Mexico University Board
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 7, 2025
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has accepted the resignations of the remaining members of the Western New Mexico University (WNMU) Board of Regents.
Governor Lujan Grisham nominates new regents for eight colleges across state
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 3, 2025
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced 11 regent nominations for various higher education institutions across New Mexico.
Governor appoints Greg Nibert to New Mexico Public Regulation Commission
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.
Governor Lujan Grisham pays tribute to late President Jimmy Carter
By New Mexico Sun | Dec 30, 2024
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed her condolences following the death of former President Jimmy Carter.
New Mexico crime commission reports progress against organized crime
By New Mexico Sun | Dec 23, 2024
The New Mexico Organized Crime Commission, established by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and led by Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman, has released its annual report for 2024.
Governor appoints Bryan Fox as Second Judicial District Court judge
By New Mexico Sun | Dec 19, 2024
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Bryan Fox as a judge for the Second Judicial District Court.
Governor Lujan Grisham proposes FY26 budget with focus on key investments
By New Mexico Sun | Dec 12, 2024
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has put forward her executive budget recommendation for Fiscal Year 2026.
Executive order bans mining and transmission lines on Caja del Rio Plateau
By New Mexico Sun | Dec 11, 2024
New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard has issued Executive Order 2024-001, which prohibits mining, the construction of large transmission lines, and major thoroughfares on state lands within the Caja del Rio Plateau.
Sen-Elect Block: NM Democrats' opposition to Trump's immigration plans 'will not stand'
By New Mexico Sun | Dec 9, 2024
State Senator-elect Jay Block of New Mexico's District 12 has expressed strong opposition to the Democratic resistance against President-Elect Donald Trump's immigration plans.
Governor Lujan Grisham pays tribute to late Senator Fred Harris
By New Mexico Sun | Nov 23, 2024
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed her sorrow over the death of former U.S. Senator Fred Harris, issuing a statement on Saturday to honor his legacy.
