Chris Clark

Udall Secures Sports Safety Provisions To Protect Youth Athletes From Concussions

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U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
 
SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, a member of the Senate Appropriations and Commerce committees, announced that the president has signed into law as part of the “omnibus” appropriations measure several sports safety provisions that Udall has championed to help protect youth athletes from the dangers of sports-related traumatic brain injuries.
 
Udall has led efforts in Congress to improve equipment safety standards and curb false advertising claims, focusing on ensuring parents, coaches and players
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Foundation Center Honors New Mexico State Library

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NMSL News:

SANTA FE ― The New Mexico State Library was recognized recently for 35+ years as a Foundation Center Funding Information Network partner. 

The State Library has been connecting New Mexicans to the grant resources the state needs to thrive since 1976. 

Foundation Center President Bradford K. Smith said in his letter:

“The successful growth of the Foundation Center’s reach and impact is the direct result of the New Mexico State Library, one of our valued network partners. The New Mexico State Library’s dedication and commitment serve

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DEA Eases Requirements For FDA-Approved Clinical Trials On Cannabidiol

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DEA News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) recently eased some of the regulatory requirements imposed by the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) for those who are conducting Food and Drug Administration-approved clinical trials on cannabidiol (CBD), an extract of the marijuana plant.
 
These modifications will streamline the research process regarding CBD’s possible medicinal value and help foster ongoing scientific studies. The DEA notified affected researchers by letter of the changes, which take
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NMDOT Announces Anti-DWI Electronic Highway Signs To Deter Drunk Driving

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NMDOT News:
 
SANTA FE ― The New Mexico Department of Transportation announced that for the first time in New Mexico, electronic highway signs will display strategic messages aimed at deterring drunk driving.
 
The signs are traditionally used to provide motorists with traffic conditions and weather updates. Signs around the state will now display the new anti-DWI messages, as well.
 
“Too often we hear about crashes that are all too avoidable, if only an individual had not made the terrible decision to drink and drive,” NMDOT Secretary Tom Church said. “We’ve
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Merry Christmas Los Alamos!

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Merry Christmas from the Los Alamos Daily Post news team! Snow scene at Ashley Pond Park in downtown Los Alamos. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Ducks take a swim in Ashley Pond. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Scene at Ashley Pond. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Snowman at Ashley Pond on Christmas Eve. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Ice floats in Ashley Pond. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Scene at Ashley Pond. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
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IRS Announces Interest Rates First Quarter 2016

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IRS News:
 
PHOENIX ― The Internal Revenue Service yesterday announced that interest rates will remain the same for the calendar quarter beginning Jan. 1, 2016, as they were in the previous quarter. 
 
The rates will be:
  • 3 percent for overpayments [2 percent in the case of a corporation];
  • 3 percent for underpayments;
  • 5 percent for large corporate underpayments; and
  • 0.5 percent for the portion of a corporate overpayment exceeding $10,000.
 
Under the Internal Revenue Code, the rate of interest is determined on a quarterly basis. For taxpayers
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Santa’s Veterinarian Clears Reindeer For Flight

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Santa’s veterinarian has cleared Rudolph and the rest of the reindeer to travel the world Christmas Eve with Santa. Courtesy/sciencemag.org
 
AVMA News:
 
SCHAUMBURG, IL — Following a health checkup at the North Pole, Santa’s veterinarian has given the green light to Rudolph’s red nose and the rest of the reindeer that will be traveling the world this Christmas Eve.
 
Dr. Joe Kinnarney, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association, visited the North Pole today to ensure that Santa’s team of nine were up-to-date on their vaccinations and healthy enough to
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Congressional Delegation Secures Pledge From DHS On Delay Of REAL ID Enforcement

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STATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich and Representatives Ben Ray Luján and Michelle Lujan Grisham announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has informed them that the state of New Mexico can still get an extension of the deadline for REAL ID enforcement if Gov. Susana Martinez and the leadership of the N.M. House and Senate can verify to DHS that they agree on legislation that ensures REAL ID compliance. 
 
Seeking answers on behalf of New Mexicans about the standards and procedures
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Rep. Nate Gentry Pre-Files Legislation To Keep New Mexicans Safer From Violent Repeat Criminals

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Rep. Nate Gentry
 
STATE News:
 
SANTA FE ― Rep. Nate Gentry pre-filed “Jaydon’s Law,” legislation to ensure judges have access to the full criminal histories of violent offenders. 
 
Current law prohibits judges from considering the juvenile record of an adult offender during bond and sentencing decisions. Jaydon’s Law would change the Criminal Procedure Act to allow judges to review an adult defendant’s prior record as a youth offender. 
 
It will also give judges access to other information, such as evidence presented during past hearings
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AFTNM And NEANM Reacts To Court Decision On Motion To Combine Hearings

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AFT News:
 
SANTA FE ― American Federation of Teachers New Mexico President Stephanie Ly and National Education Association New Mexico President Betty Patterson released the following joint statement:
 
“We agree with Judge Mathew’s ruling against the most recent motion by the Public Education Department, which was to combine our organizations’ unique lawsuits against the educator evaluation policies of Secretary Skandera and Governor Martinez.
 
“We believe that each of our cases have merit and that the continued attempts of the PED to stall this process
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