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EPA rolls back key rules on carbon and mercury emissions
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced its decision to roll back two significant standards concerning power plant pollution.


NMSSA denounces LA protest violence
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The New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA) has expressed its disapproval of the violence occurring during protests in Los Angeles and nationwide.


New Mexico's Children's Future Act proposes trust fund for newborns
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The Santa Fe New Mexican recently featured an opinion piece discussing the "Children’s Future Act," also known as House Bill 7.


New Mexico State Bar Foundation offers free legal webinars for elderly in June
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The New Mexico State Bar Foundation's Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP) is set to host two free virtual legal webinars in June.


New Mexico ranks last nationally for child well-being
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New Mexico has been ranked last in the nation for child well-being, according to the latest Kids Count Data Book.


Rep. Alan Martinez calls town hall on NM 528 safety concerns
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Representative Alan Martinez has extended an invitation to New Mexico Department of Transportation Secretary Ricky Serna to participate in a town hall meeting in Rio Rancho.


State Sen. Block on political unrest: 'Democrats support the violent demonstrators'
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Jay Block, a state senator from New Mexico, expressed concerns on the social media platform X, stating that Democrats are prioritizing violent protesters and undocumented immigrants over law enforcement amid escalating unrest.


Rep. Block on urban unrest: 'No wonder Los Angeles and Albuquerque are war zones'
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John Block, a House Representative from New Mexico, has said that Democratic leaders are supporting violent protesters contributing to chaos in major cities.


Sen. Thornton: HR 1 'is not fiscal conservative'
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Ant Thornton, Senator of New Mexico, said that HR 1 does not reduce the deficit but defended its tax relief measures as beneficial for working-class citizens in New Mexico.


State Sen. Block on protest violence: 'Arrest them all who are not protesting peacefully'
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Jay Block, a state senator from New Mexico, has expressed strong criticism towards protestors in Los Angeles, California, labeling them as "lawless" and calling for their arrest due to escalating violence against law enforcement.


Rep. Dow on federal tax plan: 'Deduction for auto loan interest'
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Rebecca Dow, a house representative from New Mexico, said that federal budget changes will impact local tax policy through new deduction limits, tax exemptions, and inflation adjustments.


Rep. Lord on immigration order: 'Albuquerque risks losing more than $68 million in federal funding'
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Stefani Lord, a house representative from New Mexico, has raised concerns that Albuquerque law enforcement agencies are defying a presidential immigration order, potentially jeopardizing tens of millions in federal funds.


Sen. Block on Gaza conflict: 'Hamas must unconditionally surrender for peace'
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Jay Block, a senator from New Mexico, said that peace in Gaza requires Hamas to surrender and cease hostilities.


Sen. Thornton on immigration order: 'If we don’t follow federal law, we shouldn’t receive federal funding'
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Ant Thornton, a senator from New Mexico, said that the state risks losing federal support if its leaders continue to defy national immigration laws and executive directives.


Moji Cinema offers guaranteed ROI with innovative video strategies
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New Mexico Business Coalition (NMBC) has established itself over the past fifteen years as a strong advocate for pro-business public policy and private sector job growth in New Mexico.


Faith communities encouraged to decarbonize with new practical guide
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Faith communities are being urged to take action against climate change with a new resource titled “10 ways to decarbonize your House of Worship.


New Mexico ranks last in child well-being; calls for urgent policy changes
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New Mexico is once again ranked 50th in child well-being according to the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s annual Kids Count Data Book.


Mayor leads tour exploring UNM's possible downtown campus expansion
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Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller recently led University of New Mexico (UNM) deans on a tour of Downtown Albuquerque to explore the potential for expanding the university into the area.


State Sen. Block on Medicaid: 'I am 100% committed to preserving it for those who truly need it'
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Jay Block, a state senator from New Mexico, has emphasized the importance of protecting Medicaid for vulnerable groups through reforms aimed at eliminating abuse and restoring program integrity.


Founder of League of American Workers: 'Wind simply cannot function as a sole or even a primary power source'
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Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, said that wind energy is not viable as a major power source and endorsed natural gas instead.