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Indigenous Women's Day event addresses climate change impact on native lands

ReMatriation: Return to the Land, Return to Ourselves will take place on Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the NM State Capitol Roundhouse Rotunda in Santa Fe, NM.


New Mexico Lottery launches Zozobra-themed Scratchers with local artist designs

The New Mexico Lottery has collaborated with the Kiwanis Club of Santa Fe to launch a new series of Scratchers in celebration of the Zozobra festival.


Indigenous Women's Day gathering focuses on environmental justice

A gathering titled "ReMatriation: Return to the Land, Return to Ourselves" is set to take place on February 8, 2025, at the NM State Capitol Roundhouse Rotunda in Santa Fe, New Mexico.


New Mexico's JEDI Office releases first outcomes report

The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has released the inaugural outcomes report from its Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) Office.


CSVANW joins Albuquerque commission on domestic violence and sexual assault

Tiffany Jiron has been appointed to the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Commission for the City of Albuquerque.


Native groups urge equal treatment for tribal nations in U.S. appellate courts

The Native American Rights Fund (NARF), the National Congress of American Indians, and the Northern Plains Indian Law Center at the University of North Dakota School of Law (NPILC) are advocating for a change in how federally-recognized Tribal...


New Mexico committee advances bill to raise oil and gas royalty rates

Legislation to increase the top royalty rate for oil and gas development on New Mexico state lands has passed the House Energy, Environment & Natural Resources Committee.


New Mexico enacts emergency rule to protect against caregiver abuse

The state of New Mexico has implemented an emergency rule requiring healthcare providers to consult the Employee Abuse Registry before hiring staff.


NM Senate Judiciary Committee hears GOSAFE Act (SB 279)

The New Mexico Senate Judiciary Committee hears the GOSAFE Act (Senate Bill 279) during a meeting on February 3, 2025, at 1 p.m. The proceedings will be accessible to the public via the New Mexico Legislature's Webcast...


Manny Barreras confirmed as head of New Mexico's IT department

The New Mexico Senate has unanimously confirmed Manny Barreras as the cabinet secretary for the Department of Information Technology.


New Mexico House passes family wellness leave act amid financial concerns

Today, the New Mexico House of Representatives approved HB 11, known as the Welcome Child and Family Wellness Leave Act.


New Mexico allocates $5.4 million for job training awards

The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has started the year 2025 by allocating around $5.4 million for job training awards during January and February.


New Mexico Senate passes bill aiding veterinary recruitment

The New Mexico Senate has given unanimous approval to a measure designed to address the shortage of veterinarians in the state, particularly in rural areas.


New Mexico House approves supported decision-making act

The New Mexico House has passed the Supported Decision-Making Act, which seeks to provide adults, including those with mental illness and intellectual or developmental disabilities, the legal right to enter into a supported decision-making (SDM)...


New Mexico Senate passes bipartisan wildlife management reform bill

New Mexico State Senate passed Senate Bill 5, a significant piece of legislation aimed at updating the state's wildlife management system.


Turquoise Alert Bill passes unanimously in New Mexico Senate

In a significant development, the New Mexico Senate has unanimously passed Senate Bill 41, known as the Turquoise Alert Bill.


Power The Future announces New Mexico Delegation votes to keep natural gas tax

Power The Future announced that New Mexico’s congressional delegation voted to uphold President Biden’s natural gas tax, despite both the U.S. House and Senate voting to repeal it.


NM House Republicans address HB 8 crime legislation

New Mexico House Republicans have announced that Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed House Bill 8, the Democratic crime package, into law.


Former Las Cruces mayor Miyagishima forms committee for governor candidacy

Former Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima has announced the formation of an exploratory committee to evaluate a potential run for Governor of New Mexico.


NM FAM announces the Detransitioner Protection Act

The New Mexico Family Action Movement (NM FAM) has announced the introduction of SB500, known as the Detransitioner Protection Act.