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Over 500 rural areas gain high-speed internet with $6.8M federal funding
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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced the completion of three broadband projects that have brought high-speed internet to over 500 rural locations in Cibola and McKinley counties, New Mexico.


Deadline nears for Grant County fire victims to claim SNAP benefit replacements
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Grant County residents affected by the Trout Fire have until July 16 to apply for emergency replacement of their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.


New Mexico integrates universal home visiting program into early childhood department
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Universal light-touch home visiting program transitions to ECECD The New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) has announced the transition of the Universal Light-Touch Home Visiting Program to its management.


Medicaid cuts threaten rural healthcare services in New Mexico
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H.R. 1, a federal reconciliation bill, has been passed into law, leading to significant Medicaid funding cuts that could impact rural communities across the United States.


Gov. Lujan Grisham criticizes GOP budget bill's impact on New Mexico
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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has expressed strong opposition to the recent passage of a Republican budget bill in Congress, which she believes will have detrimental effects on New Mexico's residents.


Deb Haaland warns against legislation impacting New Mexican families
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Today, Deb Haaland, a candidate for New Mexico governor, released a video cautioning residents about the "Big Billionaire Bill."


New Mexico adopts 'Idaho Stop' for bicyclists
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New Mexico has implemented a new law allowing bicyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs and red lights as stop signs.


Gov. Lujan Grisham criticizes U.S. Senate's approval of budget bill
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Today, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham released a statement criticizing the U.S. Senate's approval of the Republican budget bill.


New Mexico awards $2 million for outdoor recreation enhancements
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Santa Fe — The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Outdoor Recreation Division has announced the allocation of $2 million through its Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grants program.


Deb Haaland discusses labor priorities with New Mexican union leaders
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Deb Haaland, a candidate for governor of New Mexico, recently held a "Union Strong" lunch at her campaign headquarters in Albuquerque.


New Mexico approves tenth community solar project on state lands
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New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands Stephanie Garcia Richard has signed an agreement with Pluma Solar Alamogordo, LLC for a new community solar project on state lands in Otero County.


Joannie Suina named assistant secretary for Native American early childhood education
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Joannie Suina has been appointed as the assistant secretary for Native American early childhood education and care, according to a recent announcement.


Kinship Caregiver Pilot Program seeks public input before launch
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The Kinship Caregiver Pilot Program, established through House Bill 252 during the 2025 Legislative session, aims to support individuals raising children outside the traditional foster care system.


Public input sought for kinship caregiver pilot program in New Mexico
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The Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) is seeking public input on the rule for the new Kinship Caregiver Pilot Program.


New Mexico expands health insurance savings for small business employees
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Over 36,000 employees of small businesses in New Mexico will experience increased savings on health insurance this summer as the state expands its premium discount initiative.


Corey Roybal appointed director of Adult Protective Services
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SANTA FE – The Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) has announced the appointment of Corey Roybal as the new Director of Adult Protective Services (APS).


Corey Roybal appointed director of Adult Protective Services in New Mexico
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Corey Roybal has been appointed as the new director of Adult Protective Services (APS) in New Mexico.


New Mexico plugs 700 inactive oil and gas wells amid fiscal concerns
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The State Land Office in New Mexico has made significant progress in its efforts to address the issue of abandoned oil and gas wells on state lands.


New Mexico DOT issues monsoon road safety guidelines
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The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is collaborating with the National Weather Service to address the challenges posed by the monsoon season.


Governor announces funding opportunity for rural healthcare providers
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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced that rural health care providers in New Mexico can apply for funding from the Rural Health Care Delivery Fund starting July 1.