Gov. Lujan Grisham Issues Statement On Juneteenth
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement today in observance of Juneteenth, the national, federal holiday commemorating the date in 1865 when federal orders were read by Union Gen. Gordon Granger in Galveston, Texas informing enslaved people they were free more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation:
“On this day of celebration, I am reflecting upon the long road we walk together toward equality, both our incredible progress and the strides we have yet to make. We also honor today the Read More
U.S. Senators Heinrich And Luján Join Colleagues In Urging EPA To Strengthen Methane Actions
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) joined colleagues Thursday in a letter to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan urging the agency to strengthen its proposed rule to reduce methane emissions from oil and gas production and to implement key provisions of the Methane Emission Reduction Program without delay.
Sens. Heinrich and Luján were joined by U.S. Sens. Tom Carper (D-Del.), Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Jeff Merkley Read More
New Mexico Sees Highest Job Numbers In State History
STATE News:
New Mexico’s economy delivered exceptionally strong job growth in May and, along with falling unemployment levels, the state is now seeing the highest number of jobs in its history.
New Mexico added 20,900 jobs over the year in May 2023, according to Department of Workforce Solutions, Economic Research & Analysis Bureau data released today. The increase brings the total number of jobs in New Mexico to 869,400, the highest ever, and follows four strong months of gains. New Mexico’s unemployment rate is currently 3.5 percent, below the national average.
“The robust job growth Read More
County Council To Hold Closed Session Tuesday June 20
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos County Council will hold a Closed Session at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 20 in the Municipal Building at 1000 Central Ave.
The purpose of this Closed Session “Discussion of Limited Personnel Matters Regarding the Evaluation of the County Manager, and the County Attorney”.
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury Highlights Importance Of New Mexicans To Indo-Pacific Task Force
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury
STATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (N.M.-01), spoke of the many New Mexicans in her district that play vital roles in keeping the peace in the South Pacific, and emphasized what Congress can do to support United States’ military presence in that area as well as the Freely Associated States in a House Committee and Natural Resources Committee Hearing.
“Some may be asking why two members from New Mexico are interested in the South Pacific and the compacts of Free Association,” Rep. Stansbury said. “That is, in part because many Read More
County To Host Public Meeting To Discuss Conceptual Plans For 20th Street Parcels South Of Trinity
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Community Development Department (CDD) will host a high-level discussion on opportunities for the publicly-owned parcels on 20th Street south of Trinity Drive.
The meeting is 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 21, at the Los Alamos Public Schools (LAPS) District Board Room south of the LAPS Administration Building at 2101 Trinity Drive, Suite V.
The public is encouraged to attend an informal questions and answers session 5:30-6 p.m., followed by a formal presentation by the project team 6-7 p.m., then a walking tour of the project area that will depart from the Read More
Congressional Delegation Welcomes $10.9 Million Of Investments For New Mexico Airports
Congressional News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and U.S. Reps Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.), and Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) announced a total of $10,916,787 in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grants to repair the infrastructure at six airports in New Mexico.
“Local airports help sustain and grow New Mexico’s economy. They also connect rural communities in our state to health care services and important economic opportunities,” Heinrich said. “These investments will help our communities from Read More
Video: New Mexico Sen. Leo Jaramillo Speaks At Los Alamos Pride Festival
New Mexico Sen. Leo Jaramillo speaks to the crowd today during the Pride Festival in Central Park Square. Video by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com Read More
Rep. Stansbury On Farm Bill Submissions
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury
From the Office of U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (N.M.-01) submitted requests today for the Farm Bill to the House Committee on Agriculture.
The submissions include her Water Data Act, increasing funding for food assistance, and improving our agricultural infrastructure.
“I am thrilled to submit lifechanging requests to reshape the Farm Bill to fill the gaps to help our communities in New Mexico thrive,” Rep. Stansbury said. “New Mexico is a farming and ranching powerhouse, which is why my office worked diligently Read More
Video: Councilor Keith Lepsch Recaps Meeting Highlights
Los Alamos County Councilor Keith Lepsch recaps actions taken at Tuesday’s council meeting. Video by Clara Clark/ladailypost.com Read More
Gov. Lujan Grisham Priority Legislation Goes Into Effect
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE — Multiple laws championed by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and passed by the Legislature went into effect today, the default date set 90 days following the end of the session.
“Each and every one of these laws – many of which saw broad, bipartisan support – will make our state safer, healthier, more inclusive and more prosperous than ever,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “This year, we addressed many of the state’s most pressing issues, enacting laws that increase access to affordable health care, protect communities, and safeguard the right of every New Mexican Read More
Canceled: June 28 And July 12 Planning & Zoning Meetings
COUNTY News: BLM Extends Comment Period On Public Lands Rule
BLM News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is extending the public comment period for the Public Lands Rule by 15 days.
This brings the time collecting public feedback on the proposed rule to a total of 90 days. The new deadline to provide input is July 5, 2023.
The proposed Public Lands Rule, announced in late March, would provide tools for BLM to:
- Restore critical wildlife habitat and clean water;
- Protect healthy public lands in the face of increasing drought, wildfire, and climate impacts; and
- Ensure responsible development backed by science and data.
“The proposed Public Read More
NMDWS Implementing Multi-Factor Authentication To Enhance Website Login Protection For Employment And Unemployment Services
NMDWS News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions is implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for individuals logging in to the New Mexico Workforce Connection Online System (https://www.jobs.state.nm.us); a portal to both employment services and the Unemployment Insurance Tax & Claims System.
MFA will provide an additional layer of security for a layered defense to mitigate against unauthorized access of Department of Workforce Solutions online services.
Whether an individual is a new or returning user, the first time they log in to https://www.jobs.state.nm.us Read More
Senate Passes Bipartisan Resolution Designating June 16 As National Service And Conservation Corps Day
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Vice Chair of the National Service Congressional Caucus and the first AmeriCorps alum to serve in the United States Senate, and Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Co-Chair of the National Service Congressional Caucus, announced that the U.S. Senate has passed a bipartisan resolution to designate today, June 16, 2023, as National Service and Conservation Corps Day.
Cosponsors of the resolution include U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), Co-Chair of the National Service Congressional Caucus, Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Read More
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich Statement On Pride Month
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) released the following statement in commemoration of Pride Month:
VIDEO: U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich Statement on Pride Month
“New Mexico has led the way in providing legal protections and affirming care and support to our LGBTQ community. I am proud of what we have done in New Mexico, and I am committed to seeing these same protections and support stretch nationwide.
“Our nation has achieved many milestones over the last decade—from the Supreme Court’s recognition of marriage equality to the repeal Read More
House Democrats Praise Victory For Tribal Sovereignty
New Mexico House Democrats News:
SANTA FE — The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday rejected challenges to the national Indian Child Welfare Act.
New Mexico House Representatives Derrick Lente (D-Sandia Pueblo) and D. Wonda Johnson (D-Church Rock) issued the following statements in response:
“Today’s decision from SCOTUS is an important victory for tribal sovereignty and for the well-being of Native American children across this country,” Rep. Lente said. “This is not only about the inherent right of tribal communities and families to care for our children, it’s also about what is best for our Read More
Gov. Lujan Grisham Issues Statement On United States Supreme Court Decision In Indian Child Welfare Act Case
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued a statement today in response to the United States Supreme Court’s decision in the Brackeen v. Haaland case:
“Throughout history, the child welfare system harmed Native children and their families by disregarding and disrespecting their culture,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “Today, the court recognized what we already know – the critical importance of sustaining a child’s connection to their cultural identity. That’s why in 2022 the Legislature passed, and I signed the Indian Family Read More
Los Alamos County Council Proclaims June 19 Juneteenth
From left, local small business owner Beverly Neal-Clinton, Los Alamos County Council Vice Chair Theresa Cull and Democratic Party Chair Andrea Determan hold up the proclamation declaring June 19 as Juneteenth Tuesday night. Courtesy/LAC
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County Council Vice Chair Theresa Cull presented a proclamation at Tuesday’s council meeting declaring June 19 Juneteenth.
The proclamation was accepted by local small business owner Beverly Neal-Clinton and Democratic Party of Los Alamos Chair Andrea Determan.
The proclamation read:
WHEREAS, on January 1, 1863, President Read More
FBI: Jose Trujillo, Solomon Peña, Demetrio Trujillo Face Up To Life If Convicted Of Shooting Homes Of Elected Officials
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Alexander M.M. Uballez, United States Attorney for the District of New Mexico, and Raul Bujanda, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Albuquerque Field Office, have announced that Jose Louise Trujillo was arraigned on an indictment charging him with:
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- conspiracy;
- four counts of interference with federally protected activities;
- four counts of using and carrying a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence;
- possession with intent to distribute 40 grams and more of fentanyl; and
- using and carrying a firearm during and in relation to a drug trafficking crime.
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Trujillo, Read More
