Marco Serna Releases Education Position Paper
By MARCO SERNA
Candidate for Congress
District 3
“Education is the most powerful weapon, which you can use to change the world,” Nelson Mandela said.
More than anytime in history, we must heed his advice and make basic changes to our education system if we are going to maintain our economic and moral leadership around the world.
The United States entered the 21st Century as the world’s sole superpower. We had the third-largest population with 327 million people, the largest economy and the second-largest higher-education system.
As recently as 20 years ago, the United States was ranked No. Read More
New Mexico Delegation Recognizes Sandia National Laboratories Contributions To State Economy, Jobs
NM CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), and U.S. Representatives Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), Deb Haaland (D-N.M.) and Xochitl Torres Small (D-N.M.), commended findings from a 2019 economic-impact analysis released Wednesday, which found that Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) is responsible for creating 1,100 new jobs while contributing $509 million to New Mexico businesses and $96.6 million in state gross receipt tax revenue.
The Economic Impact Report also found that SNL contributes $784 million to small Read More
Sierra Club Rio Grande Chapter Announces Early Endorsements For Environmental Champions
SIERRA CLUB News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The Rio Grande Chapter of the Sierra Club Friday issued its early 2020 endorsements of incumbent legislators who are leading environmental champions, including Dist. 43 Rep. Christine Chandler of Los Alamos.
“The candidates on this list have sponsored critical environmental legislation and have outstanding voting records over the last three years on pro-environment bills. They have proven they are committed to protecting our climate, water, land and wildlife here in New Mexico,” said Richard Barish, Sierra Club Rio Grande Chapter political chair.
“Because Read More
New Mexico Ethics Watch Releases Comprehensive Lobbying Report On Tales Of Film, Firearms And Fumes
NMEW News:
New Mexico Ethics Watch (NMEW), a nonprofit dedicated to promoting ethics in governance and public life, has released its report, Lobbyists and Their Outsized Influence in New Mexico: Tales of Film, Firearms and Fumes.
The report takes a fresh look at lobbying and the New Mexico Legislature, examining monies spent and tactics used to influence votes regarding legislation on cannabis, firearms, film and tobacco-related products.
Using data from the Secretary of State’s Campaign Finance Information System (CFIS), the report paints a picture of the lengths to which lobbyists Read More
Q&A: Congressional Candidate Teresa Fernandez
Congressional District 3 Candidate Teresa Leger Fernandez
By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com
Editor’s note: This is the eighth in a series in which the Los Alamos Daily Post presents the same set of questions to each of the candidates running for Congressional District 3, which serves the northern half of New Mexico.
Democratic candidate Teresa Leger Fernandez provided the following answers:
POST: Why do you believe you are qualified to represent New Mexico in Congress?
LEGER FERNANDEZ: I have spent the past 30 years working with and on behalf of our communities Read More
Udall Votes For US-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Friday, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.) voted to pass legislation to implement the new NAFTA, the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement.
He issued the following statement:
“I am glad that Democrats have included significant improvements for workers to the weaker agreement that was negotiated by the Trump administration, and I hope today’s vote will put President Trump’s chaotic and harmful trade policies behind us—at least when it comes to our southern border. New Mexico’s growing border economy is a bright spot for our state, and I believe Read More
Preview Of 2020 Legislative Session
The 2020 legislative session begins noon Tuesday at the Roundhouse. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
By ROBERT NOTT
rnott@sfnewmexican.com
Mix hundreds of legislative bills, resolutions and memorials into a 30-day legislative session designed to focus on the budget and you’ll likely come up with a recipe for some prioritizing, lots of stalling and some surprise winning bills breaking out in the final minutes.
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced an agenda for this year’s legislative session that focuses on education, the environment, public safety and health. Read More
Governor Seeks Applicants For Gambling Council
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is calling for applications to fill the statutory Compulsive Gambling Council.
All 15 members of the Compulsive Gambling Council are appointed by the governor and serve at her pleasure.
The positions that need to be filled include:
- A member of a fraternal organization that sponsors gambling;
- Two persons with expertise in the field of compulsive gambling;
- Two Native American representatives from a tribe or pueblo with gaming operations;
- Two representatives of the non-Native American gaming industry;
- Two representatives
Reporters Without Borders USA Calls On Senate To Reverse Unprecedented Restrictions On The Press
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, right, during a recent press conference in Washington, D.C. Courtesy/RSF
RSF News:
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) strongly condemns the restrictions the Senate Sergeant At Arms and the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration are imposing on Capitol Hill reporters during the impeachment trial for President Donald Trump.
RSF calls on the Senate Majority Leader to reverse these rules immediately.
Members of the press covering the Senate impeachment trial of President Trump, which began Jan. 16, are facing new “security measures” in the form Read More
Drug Policy Alliance On NM Bill To Legalize Cannabis
DPA News:
Below is a statement from New Mexico State Director Emily Kaltenbach for the Drug Policy Alliance, in response to the cannabis legalization legislation (NM SB115) introduced Friday:
“Having worked towards cannabis legalization in New Mexico for the better part of the last decade, we are excited by the possibility for New Mexico to become the 12th state in the country to legalize and regulate cannabis.
“Sen. Ortiz y Pino and Rep. Martinez’s legislation puts local communities and New Mexican families first. Many of the bill provisions reflect DPA’s priorities, including creating Read More
Baked Goods With Bernadette: Legislative Session
Courtesy image
LARSO News:
Baked Goods with Bernadette has a theme for the two upcoming events next week.
The discussion group will focus on the Legislative Session, which begins Tuesday. The brief chat will highlight easy ways the community can help the local senior centers as they prepare for funding issues.
The events usually include homemade baked goods and last just 30 minutes:
- Jan. 21 12:30 White Rock Senior Center; and
- Jan. 23 12:30 Betty Ehart Senior Center
For information, call 505.662.8920 or email Director@losalamosseniorcenter.com Read More
Governor Announces Call For 2020 Legislative Session
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
From the Office of the Governor:
- Priorities are education, economy, public safety, health and the environment
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today her agenda for the second session of the 54th New Mexico Legislature.
The governor’s call for the 30-day legislative session scheduled to begin Tuesday, Jan. 21, encompasses the priority areas of education, the economy, public safety, health and the environment.
“Year One was a tremendous start, and I’m incredibly enthusiastic about the opportunity to keep building on that foundation over the Read More
Udall Applauds House Passage Of PFAS Action Act
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.) released the following statement Monday on last week’s House passage of the PFAS Action Act:
“The House vote to pass the PFAS Action Act brings communities in New Mexico and across the country one step closer to the relief they long have deserved. While federal agencies drag their feet – families, business owners, farmers, service members and communities continue to suffer from exposure to these hazardous chemicals. The evidence is clear that these chemicals are toxic, and the federal government has a responsibility Read More
Legislators Preview Upcoming 30-Day Session
From left, Dist. 43 Rep. Christine Chandler, Dist. 5 Sen. Richard Martinez and Dist. 6 Sen. Roberto Gonzales answer questions during the Legislative Preview Jan. 9 at Fuller Lodge. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
New Mexico Voices for Children Deputy Director Amber Walin addresses the audience during the Legislative Preview. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
By BONNIE J. GORDON
Los Alamos Daily Post
bjgordon@ladailypost.com
The three New Mexico state legislators who represent Los Alamos spoke at a Legislative Preview presented by the League of Women Voters and the Read More
Call Made For Republican Party Of Los Alamos County Pre-Primary Convention At Fuller Lodge Jan. 25
GOP News:
Call is hereby made for the County Central Committee Meeting and Republican Party of Los Alamos County Pre-Primary Convention to be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020, at Fuller Lodge, 2132 Central Ave, Los Alamos, NM.
Registration will begin at 10 a.m. No admittance after close of registration.
The County Central Committee will:
- Hold an election of Delegations to the State Convention;
- Prescribe any special rules for the Convention; and
- Consider any other proper business.
The Convention Delegates will:
- Attend, at own expense, the 2020 Republican State Pre-Primary Convention
Democratic Party Of Los Alamos Meets Monday
DPLA News:
The Democratic Party of Los Alamos County meets at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13, in Building 6 at UNM-LA.
The County Central Committee will vote on a cleanup to local party rules.
There also will be an informal update on the future of maternal care at Los Alamos Medical Center and information on how to obtain tickets to the 2020 DPNM Legislative Dinner. Read More
Governor Seeks Gaming Control Board Applications
STATE News:Luján On House Passage Of PFAS Action Act
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray LujánLFC Budget Includes Affordable Health Coverage Funds
NMTH News:Governor Kicks Off First Space Valley Summit
Spaceport Authority Executive Director Dan Hicks fastens a pin on the lapel of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Wednesday during the Space Valley Summit at NMSU in Las Cruces. Courtesy photo
Spaceport Authority Executive Director Dan Hicks facilitates the first Space Valley Summit. Courtesy photo
SPACEPORT AMERICA News:
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham kicked off New Mexico’s first Space Valley Summit Wednesday at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces.
The event brought together federal and state leaders of New Mexico’s space industry.
Facilitated by Spaceport Authority Executive Director Read More
