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Andrea Felix appointed to BLM public lands rule advisory committee
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The New Mexico Oil and Gas Association (NMOGA) has announced the appointment of Andrea Felix to the National Advisory Committee for Implementation of the BLM Public Lands Rule.


Albuquerque addresses housing crisis with new ordinance amid calls for swift action
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The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce has co-authored an op-ed concerning the city's ongoing housing challenges.


State Rep.-Elect Cortez: 'Imagine what your family could do with the state income tax money'
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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."


State Rep.-Elect Cortez: 'Financial insecurity is an epidemic plaguing New Mexicans'
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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.


State Rep. Stefani Lord: Gov. Lujan Grisham created a 'mess' in New Mexico
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State Representative Stefani Lord, in a post on January 5, criticized Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham for allegedly removing moderate representatives in favor of "radical Emerge progressives" who she claims are "soft on crime."


Franklin Mountain Energy honored for dark sky preservation efforts
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The New Mexico Oil and Gas Association (NMOGA) participated in the Dark for the Park Alliance's Recognition Celebration on January 9th.


Governor Lujan Grisham faces criticism over child poverty statistics
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New Mexico has long grappled with poverty, despite significant increases in oil production over the past decade.


New Mexico lawmakers propose different strategies for public safety concerns
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Polls in 2024 indicated that New Mexicans are significantly concerned about public safety and increasing crime rates.


New Mexico groups launch billboard campaign highlighting community stability
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A coalition of advocacy organizations in New Mexico has initiated a billboard campaign across Albuquerque to emphasize the importance of community stability for public safety.


New Mexico senator proposes expansion of RICO statute
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Senator Craig Brandt of Rio Rancho has introduced a proposal to enhance New Mexico's Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO).


Michelle Kavanaugh sworn in as Bernalillo County Clerk
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Michelle Kavanaugh was officially sworn in as the new Bernalillo County Clerk on January 1.


New report highlights impact of child tax credits on reducing poverty in New Mexico
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The state of New Mexico has distributed $132 million to 239,000 households through its new Child Tax Credit (CTC) this year.


New Mexico Supreme Court blocks local pro-life laws
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Santa Fe, New Mexico - The New Mexico Supreme Court issued a unanimous ruling on January 9, 2025, stating that counties and cities within the state cannot enact pro-life laws aimed at protecting pre-born babies.


New Mexico reduces pronghorn licenses due to population decline
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The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is set to reduce the number of pronghorn licenses in northeastern New Mexico due to population declines linked to dry rangeland conditions.


ABQ Reads seeks more tutors as it boosts literacy efforts
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ABQ Reads, a literacy program in Albuquerque, distributed backpacks filled with supplies to kindergarten and first-grade students at Atrisco, Bel-Air, and Whittier elementary schools in December.


New Mexico Supreme Court rules unanimously in favor of reproductive rights
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The New Mexico Supreme Court has delivered a unanimous decision in the case of State of New Mexico v. Board of County Commissioners for Lea County, affirming reproductive rights and constitutional principles.


New Mexico Business Coalition hosts pre-legislative bash in January
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The New Mexico Business Coalition is set to host the 2025 Pre-Legislative BASH (Business and Social Hour) on January 16, 2025, at Tomasita's Restaurant in Albuquerque.


New Mexico launches ad campaign to recruit abortion providers from Texas
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On August 5, 2024, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced a $400,000 advertising campaign aimed at recruiting more abortion providers to the state.


Albuquerque mandates registration for vacant downtown properties
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City Council has passed an ordinance requiring property owners of vacant buildings in Downtown Albuquerque to register with the city and pay a fee starting July 1.


Abortions rise sharply in New Mexico after Roe v. Wade reversal
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Albuquerque, New Mexico - The Guttmacher Institute has released data showing a significant rise in out-of-state abortions in New Mexico following the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022.