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Equality New Mexico leader takes sabbatical; organization continues advocacy efforts
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Marshall Martinez, Executive Director of Equality New Mexico (EQNM), will take a sabbatical this June.


New Mexico State Bar Foundation hosts free webinar on worker classification
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Albuquerque, N.M. — The New Mexico State Bar Foundation's Modest Means Helpline will host a free small business webinar on June 4.


Economic challenges persist despite oil boom in New Mexico
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New Mexico, despite its natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, faces significant economic challenges.


New Mexico awards $25k to Ashokra Farm amid controversy over anti-Israel stance
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The New Mexico Economic Development Department recently awarded $25,000 to Ashokra Farm in Albuquerque.


Chamber hosts Dr. Carey Wright at Education Matters Luncheon
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Dr. Carey Wright, the Maryland superintendent of schools and former Mississippi superintendent, was the keynote speaker at the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce's Education Matters Luncheon on May 7.


New Mexico hosts free legal workshop for elderly residents
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The New Mexico State Bar Foundation's Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP) is set to hold a free legal workshop and Power of Attorney Clinic on May 20 in Las Cruces, New Mexico.


Free legal workshop for seniors set in Alamogordo by New Mexico State Bar Foundation
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The New Mexico State Bar Foundation's Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP) is organizing a free legal workshop and Power of Attorney Clinic for residents in Alamogordo, New Mexico.


New Mexico bans discharge of oil, gas wastewater into ground and surface waters
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The New Mexico Water Quality Control Commission (WQCC) has implemented a new rule that bans the discharge of "produced water" into the state's ground and surface waters.


New Mexico offers free legal workshop for elderly residents in Roswell
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The New Mexico State Bar Foundation’s Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP) is organizing a free legal workshop and Power of Attorney Clinic for residents of New Mexico.


Nusenda Credit Union opens new branch on Juan Tabo Boulevard
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Nusenda Credit Union has inaugurated its new branch located at 2801 Juan Tabo Blvd NE.


Sen. Block on India-Pakistan ceasefire: 'This is great news that saves lives'
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Jay Block, a State Senator from New Mexico, has emphasized the importance of strong U.S. leadership in preventing nuclear conflict and stabilizing geopolitics, following the recent ceasefire between India and Pakistan.


State Rep. Block on South African refugee arrivals: 'I’m glad you’ve left your genocidal, racist, terrible, oppressive third-world country'
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John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, has expressed support for refugees from South Africa while criticizing the South African government.


State Rep. Block on China trade deal: 'We must stop being taken for a ride by countries like China'
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John Block, House Representative of New Mexico, said that the China trade agreement reflects the success of Trump-era tariffs and signals a stronger U.S. approach to international trade.


House bill proposes rollback on methane emission program impacting several states
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The House Energy and Commerce Committee has unveiled a section of the federal budget reconciliation bill that could have significant impacts on Americans, including cuts to Medicaid and programs designed to safeguard air and water quality.


Rep. Armstrong on recent fentanyl bust: 'Albuquerque is no longer a safe haven for hard working families'
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Gail Armstrong, the New Mexico House Republican Leader, said in a press release that the recent fentanyl seizure underscores the urgent need for legislative action to protect New Mexico communities.


State Sen. Thornton: 'I was hoping New Mexico would lead the charge' on a Bitcoin Reserve
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Ant Thornton, the state senator for New Mexico District 19, said that New Hampshire's establishment of a bitcoin reserve sets a precedent that other states, including New Mexico, are likely to follow.


State Rep. Dow on free tuition policy: 'Majority of those graduates are earning degrees in general studies and humanities'
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Rebecca Dow, the state representative for New Mexico District 38, expressed concerns about free graduate tuition, stating it lacks oversight and fails to address the state's low graduation rate and narrow degree outcomes.


State Rep. Dow on fentanyl crisis: 'New Mexico has been failed by a single party controlling the courts'
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Rebecca Dow, the state representative for New Mexico District 38, has expressed concerns that partisan control has not effectively addressed the rising issues of crime and drug trafficking in the state.


State Rep. Lord: 'Democrats won't hear' legislation to make necrophilia illegal
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State Representative Stefani Lord of New Mexico District 22 has expressed frustration over Democratic legislators blocking her attempts to criminalize necrophilia.