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Rebecca Dow, a representative for New Mexico's House District 38, said that a "majority of pro-choice New Mexicans oppose taxpayer funds being utilized for elective abortions of healthy babies."

State Rep. Lord: Grisham snuck $10 million into HB 450 while NM needs 'millions for roads, water, law enforcement'

Stefani Lord, a representative for New Mexico State House District 22, expressed concerns over the allocation of funds in House Bill 450.

State Sen. Block: Citizens Tax Rebate bill would provide 'oil and gas rebates to every New Mexican'

Jay Block, a senator for New Mexico Senate District 12, said that if the Citizens Tax Rebate, or Senate Bill 398, which he co-sponsored with Senator Ant Thornton, had passed, "every New Mexican resident would receive $500."

Albuquerque Reads seeks donations for end-of-year student celebration

Albuquerque Reads is seeking donations to support its students and volunteer tutors as the school year comes to a close.

Arc Thrift Stores opens first location outside Colorado in Albuquerque

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 20, 2025

The staff at the new arc Thrift Stores celebrated the opening of their first location outside Colorado with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Albuquerque.

State Sen. Block: Proposed DOGE-like program 'could STOP government fraud, waste, and abuse'

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 19, 2025

State Senator Jay Block, representing New Mexico Senate District 12, has introduced the Government Accountability to Taxpayer Office (GATO) Act.

New Mexico State Senate approves comprehensive FY 2026 budget focused on growth

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 19, 2025

The New Mexico State Senate has passed the budget for Fiscal Year 2026, with a focus on sustainable growth and addressing the needs of residents.

State Rep. Dow on defeat of House Bill 11: 'Thank you to all the citizens who engaged in this process'

Rebecca Dow, a representative for New Mexico's 38th House District, expressed her gratitude towards Republican colleagues and four Democrats following the defeat of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act.

State Sen. Block: 'The country is finally on the right track' under President Trump's leadership

Jay Block, senator for New Mexico's 12th Senate District, said that "polling shows the country is finally on the right track."

State Sen. Thornton: Defeat of HB 11 is a 'big win for New Mexico citizens'

Ant Thornton, senator for New Mexico's 19th State Senate District, announced the defeat of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act as "absolutely a big win for New Mexico citizens!"

House passes controversial oil production tax increase amid heated debate

The recent debate over the HB 548 Oil & Gas Equalization Tax Act has resulted in a $150 million industry-specific tax intended to support the $75 million HB14 on the House side and an unspecified initiative in the Senate.

New Mexico Senate Finance Committee rejects paid family and medical leave plan

Progressive Democrats in New Mexico faced a setback when their efforts to advance a paid family and medical leave plan were thwarted by the Senate Finance Committee.

New Mexico Senate addresses infrastructure projects and safety regulations

The New Mexico Senate recently addressed several legislative matters, focusing on enhancing infrastructure, wildfire preparedness, cannabis industry regulation, and consumer protection.

New Mexico House Republicans announce opposition to HB14 tax bill

New Mexico House Republicans have declared their opposition to House Bill 14 (HB14), a Democratic-backed proposal that seeks to establish a new state-earned income tax credit and potentially increase taxes on severance industries.

New Mexico legislators target oil and gas industry in final session week

The 2025 New Mexico Legislative Session is approaching its final week, with the oil and gas industry at the center of legislative attention.

New Mexico Parole Board Modernization Act awaits governor’s signature

The New Mexico Senate has concurred on the New Mexico Parole Board Modernization Act (SB 17), which the House of Representatives passed following unanimous approval in the Senate.

State Rep. Dow on House Bill 255: 'Juveniles who commit homicide are about to receive a tax free, 24K basic living income'

Rebecca Dow, a representative for New Mexico's House District 38, said House Bill 255 (HB 255) is a misguided approach that will harm the state’s efforts to address crime and youth rehabilitation.

State Sen. Townsend: Senate Bill 250 'basically makes New Mexico a sanctuary state'

Jim Townsend, a senator for New Mexico's State Senate District 34, said there was a lack of notice regarding Senate Bill 250 being added to the Senate Judiciary Committee schedule.

State Rep. Dow: Senate Bill 318 'is a lawsuit waiting to happen'

Rebecca Dow, a representative for New Mexico's House District 38, expressed concerns about Senate Bill 318, describing it as a "lawsuit waiting to happen" and criticizing it as an attempt by Democrats to expand "unfair trade prices far beyond gun...

State Rep. Lord on CYFD bills: 'I've presented data-driven bills to fix the issues, and Dems stopped them every time'