Luján, Blackburn Bipartisan Bill To Crack Down On Carjacking Passes Senate Judiciary Committee
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following statements after their Federal Carjacking Enforcement Act advanced out of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
This legislation would make a long overdue fix to the federal carjacking statute, empowering prosecutors to hold more offenders accountable.
“The Albuquerque area continues to rank among the top cities for carjackings. This is unacceptable and puts people’s lives and livelihoods at risk,” Sen. Luján said. “It is a positive step that legislation to give prosecutors Read More
Luján Secures Senate Passage Of Amendment To Strengthen Public Safety During Extreme Weather Events
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, secured the passage of an amendment to enhance public safety by protecting natural gas pipeline infrastructure from extreme weather events as part of the PIPELINE Safety Act of 2025, which was unanimously passed by the Senate.
“I am proud that my amendment to boost pipeline safety and protect Americans was passed unanimously in the Senate as part of the PIPELINE Safety Act,” Sen. Luján said. “My amendment will ensure that Read More
New Mexico Rep. Chávez And 113 Fellow State Lawmakers Oppose ‘Reckless Proposal’ From U.S. Department Of Labor
Rep. Eleanor Chávez of Albuquerque
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — This week, New Mexico State Rep. Eleanor Chávez (D-Albuquerque) led 113 fellow state legislators across 23 states in a joint letter opposing a U.S. Department of Labor proposal that threatens the benefits of American workers and solvency of state governments.
The Department’s proposal would revoke rules in the Fair Labor Standards Act for determining whether a worker is classified as an employee or an independent contractor. This change is expected to reclassify 250,000 American workers as independent contractors, putting Read More
County DPU Gas Customers Invited To Public Hearing May 6
COUNTY News:
Customers of the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU), particularly those with natural gas service at their homes, are encouraged to tune into or attend a public hearing for gas rate adjustments at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 6.
The hearing will be held during the Los Alamos Board of Public Utilities (BPU) work session in room 330 on the 3rd floor of the Los Alamos County Municipal Building at 1000 Central Avenue. The meeting will be held in a hybrid fashion so anyone wishing to join remotely may do so using the link https://ladpu.com/ratehearing.
The DPU is proposing changes Read More
State Launches Dashboard To Track Water Security Plan
STATE News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico launched a public dashboard on Tuesday that enables New Mexicans to track progress on a 50-year Water Action Plan aimed at preparing the state for a climate crisis expected to leave the state 25% drier within 50 years.
The 50-Year Water Action Plan Implementation Dashboard provides the public with a real-time window to monitor the state’s progress in addressing projected water shortages driven by drought and climate change. The plan is based on three pillars: conserving existing freshwater supplies, developing new water sources and protecting water quality. Read More
Candidate Sam Bregman Calls For Reform Of SB 72 To Restore Financial Dignity For New Mexico’s Public Retirees
Gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman
From the Sam Bregman for Governor Campaign:
ALBUQUERQUE — Gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman announced a comprehensive plan to restore compounding Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs) for the state’s 35,000 public retirees. Bregman’s proposal addresses a growing financial crisis created by 2020’s Senate Bill 72, which has left thousands of former public employees struggling against record-breaking prices.
Since the passage of SB 72, the purchasing power of PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association) retirees has plummeted. While the Read More
Video: Council Chair On Newly Adopted FY2027 Budget
Los Alamos County Council Chair Randall Ryti discusses the budget hearings held April 27-28. To learn more about the newly adopted FY2027 budget, visit https://www.losalamosnm.gov/Home/Tabs/Whats-Happening/FY27-Proposed-Budget. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
New Mexico Governor’s 2026 Litter Prevention Campaign Marks Largest Organized Cleanup Effort In State History
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham at the Breaking Bad Habits cleanup event in Española with Luis, left, and Daniel, far right, Moncada, known as the Salamanca Cousins in the hit TV series, Breaking Bad. Courtesy photo
STATE News:
- More than 7,000 volunteers collected 60,046 pounds of litter held on April 17-18 just ahead of Earth Day during the largest organized cleanup effort in state history.
ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico’s statewide litter prevention campaign, Breaking Bad Habits, mobilized more than 7,000 volunteers who collected 60,046 pounds of litter during the largest organized cleanup effort Read More
BPU To Hold Work & Closed Sessions May 6
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Board of Public Utilities(BPU) will hold a work session at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 6, in the 3rd Floor Conference Room #330 at the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
The meeting is open to the public.
Members of the public may attend in person and provide public comment or view proceedings online via Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87563449773.
The complete agenda packet is available online at https://losalamos.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. Watch BPU meetings at ladpu.com/BPULiveProceedings.
Following the work session, the BPU will hold Read More
LANL: New Docs Added To Electronic Public Reading Room
LANL News:
New documents have been added to the Los Alamos Legacy Cleanup Contract Electronic Public Reading Room.
All legacy cleanup documents required to be posted after April 30, 2018, are available on the site linked above.
For legacy cleanup documents that were posted prior to April 30, 2018, please visit the LANL electronic public reading room.
- 2025 Update to the Site Discharge Pollution Prevention Plan, NPDES Permit No. NM0030759
- 2025 Update to the Site Discharge Pollution Prevention Plan Overview
https://ext.em-la.doe.gov/GovFTPFiles/api/GetFiles/GetFile?fileName=EMID-704311_Overview_2025_SDPPP_May26_050126.pdf
- 2025 Update to the Site Discharge Pollution Prevention Plan Overview
Fuselier: The Hopes And Dreams Of Ella And Nedah
Ella, an Afghan student at the University of New Mexico, hopes to become a cardiologist. Donations are being sought to help her continue her education in New Mexico. Contact Bob Fuselier at fuselierbob@gmail.com if interested in donating. Courtesy photo
Retired LANL physicist Steve Greene speaks with Afghan student Nedah, who is enrolled at the University of New Mexico to study computer science. Donations are being sought to help her continue her education in New Mexico. Contact Bob Fuselier at fuselierbob@gmail.com if interested in donating. Courtesy photo
By BOB FUSELIER
Los Alamos Read More
Leadership In Action: Moving Forward Hand In Hand Together With Me, Melanee Hand
By MELANEE HAND
Candidate for Re-election
Los Alamos County Council
If you’ve lived in our community for a while, you’ve probably heard my name. I’m not just a familiar face; I’m someone who has called this place home for over 40 years. Now, I’m asking for your support as I seek a second term as County Councilor — and I have a message that’s as clear as it is compelling: “Move Forward Hand in Hand Together.”
But what does that really mean? For me, it’s more than a catchy slogan. It’s a way of life and leadership. It’s about rolling up my sleeves and working side by side with neighbors, listening carefully, Read More
New Mexico Forward Party To Hold Town Hall May 2 At Fuller Lodge
From The New Mexico Forward Party:
The New Mexico Forward Party is scheduled to hold a Town Hall from 3-5 p.m. Saturday at Fuller Lodge. Party Chair Bob Perls will meet with the public to discuss how the Forward Party achieved ballot access, and why they are running candidates up and down the ballot in the November general election.
“Forward is committed to making elections more competitive, running independent thinkers who want to coalition-build and problem solve using data-driven solutions,” Perls said. “30 percent of Los Alamos voters are registered independents, and in the next two Read More
Heinrich, Booker Lead Legislation To Protect Americans’ Health, Hold Weedkiller Manufacturers Accountable
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) introduced the No Immunity for Glyphosate Act, legislation that aims to protect Americans’ health by ensuring manufactures of glyphosate—the active ingredient in the weedkiller Roundup—can be held liable under federal and state law should the chemical be proven to cause cancer. The bill overturns Trump’s executive order that promotes the production of glyphosate and insulates manufacturers of the chemical from liability.
“Juries across the country are looking at the evidence Read More
ABQ RoboRumble Showcases Future Innovators As State Senator Calls For Expanded STEM Investment In New Mexico
NMSR News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Students, families, and community members are invited to attend the upcoming ABQ RoboRumble, a dynamic robotics competition bringing together student teams from across the region to showcase innovation, teamwork, and real-world STEM skills. The event highlights the growing importance of hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math education in preparing New Mexico’s next generation of leaders and innovators.
Hosted in Albuquerque, RoboRumble features student-built robots competing in unique challenges that emphasize coding, engineering, and Read More
Heinrich Presses NNSA Administrators On Los Alamos Housing Supply, Clean Up Efforts Near LANL, & Creating Public-Private Partnerships In New Mexico
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, presses NNSA administrators at a subcommittee hearing to discuss President Trump’s FY27 budget request for the NNSA, April 29, 2026. Courtesy photo
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — At a U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing to discuss President Trump’s Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) budget request for the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) pressed NNSA Administrator Brandon Williams and NNSA Deputy Administrator for Defense Programs Read More
Kiwanis Guest Speaker: County Clerk Michael Redondo
Los Alamos County Clerk Michael Redondo speaking at the April 28 Kiwanis Club meeting. Courtesy/Kiwanis
By BROOKE DAVIS
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
The Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos heard an interesting and informative presentation by Los Alamos County Clerk Michael Redondo at its April 28 meeting. He covered the changes made in the primary elections, elements of the County Clerk’s responsibilities, and voting timelines.
For the first time, New Mexico will be holding semi-open primaries.
The voter requirements for this type of primary are:
- Registered Democrats and Republicans must vote their
Luján Statement On Supreme Court Decision Weakening Landmark Voting Rights Law
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) issued the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled to weaken the landmark Voting Rights Act in Louisiana v. Callais:
“Just over 61 years ago, Bloody Sunday helped spur the passage of the landmark Voting Rights Act to root out racial discrimination in our elections. Americans marched, protested, and put their lives on the line to secure the promise of our democracy.
“Today’s decision is an attack on equal representation, with devastating and far-reaching consequences that extend well beyond congressional maps. Read More
DPLAC: Vote In The Democratic Primary This Year
DPLAC News:
The Democratic Party of Los Alamos County (DPLAC) is excited to invite all registered voters in Los Alamos County to vote in the Democratic Primary this year.
Thanks to New Mexico Senate Bill 16, passed in 2025, New Mexico now has what are called semi-open primaries. This means that Independent and Decline-to-State (DTS) voters can show up to any major party primaries and request the ballot of any major party they choose without changing their party affiliation.
Other major party voters (Republican) can vote in the Democratic Party Primary if they change their registration by May Read More
Heinrich, Young, Rounds, Booker Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation To Expand AI Research Access
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Founder and Co-Chair of the Senate Artificial Intelligence (AI) Caucus, and Sens. Todd Young (R-Ind.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) introduced the CREATE AI Act, legislation to establish the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR) as shared national research infrastructure that provides AI researchers and students with greater access to the resources, data, and tools needed to develop safe and trustworthy AI.
“The CREATE AI Act will help us develop and deploy AI responsibly, Read More
