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By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2025
Gail Armstrong, a representative from New Mexico's District 49, described House Bill 11 as a significant tax increase and endorsed House Bill 446 as a less burdensome alternative for parental leave.
By Brian C. Nixon | Feb 21, 2025
For any human to lose his or her hearing is overwhelming. For a composer, it’s catastrophic.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2025
Rachel Kilman has been named the February 2025 Pepsi Teacher of the Month.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2025
A constitutional amendment to establish an independent legislative salaries commission in New Mexico faced a setback after failing to pass the Senate Finance Committee.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2025
The House Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee is set to review a revised bill on Saturday aimed at establishing a Strategic Water Supply in New Mexico.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2025
New Mexico is currently considering House Bill 77, which seeks to enhance access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for eligible residents.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2025
Democrat Deb Haaland has announced her candidacy for governor of New Mexico.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2025
The New Mexico House has approved Senate Bill 3, a significant piece of legislation aimed at overhauling the state's behavioral health system.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2025
On February 13, the city of Albuquerque and the University of New Mexico (UNM) announced a partnership to explore expanding UNM’s presence into Downtown Albuquerque.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 21, 2025
State Rep. Rebecca Dow said New Mexico's workforce crisis is exacerbated by paid family medical leave, as overregulation leads to a shortage of qualified workers, such as nurses and social workers to replace those on leave. Dow was a guest on a recent episode of the Tipping Point New Mexico podcast.
By New Mexico Sun Reports | Feb 21, 2025
New Mexico remains at the center of the national immigration debate following President Donald Trump’s re-election, with several municipalities reaffirming their sanctuary status while the state legislature considers competing legislation over the issue.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2025
Nicole Chavez, New Mexico State Representative for District 31, expressed concerns over House Bill (HB) 8, stating it fails to effectively address rising crime rates.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2025
Alan Martinez, the representative for New Mexico's District 23, criticized the Democrat-led crime package, House Bill (HB) 8, as "nothing but smoke and mirrors" and called for real public safety solutions to address rising violent crime.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2025
State Rep. Rebecca Dow said the opportunity for students and parents to have a choice and control over their children's education is “unprecedented” in New Mexico, as the system ties dollars to facilities and unions typically “run” the show, opposing charter schools and public school choices. Dow was a guest on a recent episode of the Tipping Point New Mexico podcast.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2025
With the approach of spring, PNM is advising customers in high fire-risk areas to prepare for potential Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) due to extreme weather conditions.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2025
Moments ago, the House Commerce and Economic Development Committee voted 6-5 to advance House Bill 11 to the House floor.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2025
D’Val Westphal, Executive Vice President of Policy and Programs for the Chamber of Commerce, said that SB 169 aims to accelerate the preparation of sites for business development to enhance New Mexico’s competitiveness.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2025
Terri Cole, President and CEO of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce, expressed opposition to House Bill 259 (HB 259), questioning the justification for proposed fee and fine increases related to climate technology.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2025
State Rep. Rebecca Dow said that while there is bipartisan support for paid family medical leave, the proposal is New Mexico's “largest tax increase since statehood” and would result in mandatory paycheck deductions, inflation, and higher costs for consumers. Dow was a guest on a recent episode of the Tipping Point New Mexico podcast.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 20, 2025
The Valencia Water Watchers have raised concerns about the ongoing work on the River Mile 163 Project along a section of the Rio Grande Bosque near Los Lunas.
