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Q&A With Congressional Candidate Kyle Tisdel

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 22, 2019

CD3 Candidate Kyle Tisdel

By CAROL A. CLARK

Los Alamos Daily Post

caclark@ladailypost.com

Editor’s note: This is the fourth 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 Kyle Tisdel provided the following answers:

POST: Why do you believe you are qualified to represent New Mexico in Congress?

TISDEL: We are in a climate emergency, representing an existential threat to people across New Mexico, our country, and the entire Read More

Rep. Bill Rehm Announces Bail Reform Plan Designed To Keep Dangerous Suspects Off Streets In New Mexico

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 22, 2019

New Mexico State Rep. Bill Rehm

RPNM News:

ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico State Rep. Bill Rehm (R-Albuquerque) formally announced his plan Wednesday to seek bail reform legislation designed to keep dangerous suspects off the streets.

“The function of political leaders is to protect the safety of the community,” Rehm said. “And right now, communities don’t feel safe. We have failed communities.”

Rehm’s legislation would force judges to consider the seriousness of the suspect’s charge, the suspect’s past criminal history

Udall Advocates For Native Veterans In Hearing

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 22, 2019

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.), vice chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, joined committee chairman U.S. Sen. John Hoeven (R-N.D.) to convene an oversight hearing entitled, “Recognizing the Sacrifice: Honoring a Nation’s Promise to Native Veterans.”

VIDEO LINK: [Udall’s opening statement and questioning begins at 40:30]

“American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians have shown profound dedication to protecting our freedom and national security through their military

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich Introduces Bill To Establish Bandelier National Park And Preserve

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 22, 2019

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) a member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, introduced legislation today to establish Bandelier National Park and Preserve.

Senator Heinrich’s legislation seeks to protect in statute a strong relationship between the National Park Service and pueblos whose history and culture lies in Bandelier. The bill would establish a tribal commission, which would provide guidance for park management that reflects traditional and historical knowledge Read More

AG Balderas Calls On New Mexico Game Commission To Strengthen State’s Waterway Access Rules

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 22, 2019

Attorney General Hector Balderas

From the Office of the Attorney General:

ALBUQUERQUE – Today, Attorney General Hector Balderas called on the New Mexico Game Commission to immediately strengthen its regulations to address waterway access in compliance with state law.

The Attorney General’s call for action follows a years long debate surrounding the public’s right to access waterways that are adjacent to private land.

“New Mexican families and landowners deserve access to our waterways while protecting the safety of their property, so I will be directing the commission to strengthen Read More

CD3 Candidate Anise Golden Morper Joins Los Alamos Federated Republican Women For Meet And Greet

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 22, 2019

The Los Alamos Federated Republican Women gathered Nov. 14 for their monthly meeting, from left, Jolyn McTeigue, Dianne Coane, Cathy Walters, Shona Neff, Terra Fullbright, Mary Wilhoit, Anise Golden Morper, Jennifer McKerley, Terry Marzili and Valerie Shelley. In addition to the program and business meeting, New Mexico CD3 candidate Anise Golden Morper joined the group for a Meet and Greet. The LAFRW meets the second Thursday of each month, with the exception of the summer months. The next meeting is a pot luck luncheon Dec. 12. All registered Republican women are invited to attend. Read More

Udall Champions Legislation To Stop Drunk Driving, Pushes Top Safety Officials To Protect Public In Autonomous Vehicle Technology Deployment

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 21, 2019

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.) pushed the nation’s top highway safety officials Wednesday to improve transportation safety in a Senate Commerce Committee Hearing entitled “Highly Automated Vehicles: Federal Perspectives on the Deployment of Safety Technology.”

Udall advocated for his legislation, the RIDE Act, to stop drunk driving with in-car technology, and pressed federal transportation officials to set safety rules for the deployment of autonomous vehicle technology in light of the death of an Arizona

Senators Udall, Heinrich Urge Increase In Funding For Security Grants To Protect New Mexico Elections

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 21, 2019

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), along with 37 of their colleagues, wrote a letter to the House and Senate Appropriations Committees urging an increase in funding for election security grants and the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 to help secure upcoming elections in New Mexico and across the country.

Established by the Help America Vote Act (HAVA), the EAC is an independent, bipartisan commission charged with ensuring accessible, secure, and accurate elections. Since its creation,

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall Calls For Swift Action On NTSB Report On Southwest Airlines Engine Failure

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 20, 2019

From the Office of U.S. Sen. Tom Udall:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.), senior member of the Senate Commerce Committee, released the following statement Tuesday on the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)’s report and concluding recommendations on the engine failure that occurred April 17, 2018 on a Boeing 737 NG, Southwest Airlines (SWA) flight 1380.

The resulting explosion caused the tragic death of Jennifer Riordan, a member of the Albuquerque community.

“Jennifer Riordan’s family – and the entire Albuquerque community – continue to mourn her tragic loss,” Read More

Udall, Gallego: Tribal Wildlife Corridors Act Of 2019

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 20, 2019

CONGRESSIONAL News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.), vice chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, and U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), chairman of the House Subcommittee on Indigenous Peoples, have introduced the Tribal Wildlife Corridors Act of 2019 to support the use of wildlife corridors on Tribal lands.

The legislation is supported by U.S. Representatives Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and Deb Haaland (D-N.M.).

A United Nations report released earlier this year found that one million plant and animal species are facing extinction

NDTC Holds Training For Future Democratic Leaders

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 19, 2019

Courtesy/NDTC

NDTC News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― The National Democratic Training Committee (NDTC) Saturday held a “Blue Bench” training in Albuquerque for more than 60 Democrats who are interested in taking the next step in their political careers.

The training was geared toward Democrats who are planning to run for office, work on campaigns, or work for a state party in the near future. Experts from the NDTC focused on essential aspects of running a campaign, including fundraising, messaging, digital communications, and field operations.

“This training is a

Beierschmitt Briefs RCLC On Lab Infrastructure Plans

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 19, 2019

LANL Deputy Director of Operations Kelly Beierschmitt shares infrastructure plans with the RCLC Board Friday in Española. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

DOE-EM Manager Doug Hintz of the Los Alamos Field Office updates the RCLC Board during a meeting Friday in Española. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

By BONNIE J. GORDON

Los Alamos Daily Post

bjgordon@ladailypost.com

Española – It’s no secret Los Alamos National Laboratory has growing pains. Increased budgets and increased staff are a plus, but the extra projects and people have stretched the infrastructure Read More

State Auditor Brian Colón Announces Results Of Special Audit Of Millions In Secret Settlement Payouts By GSD

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 19, 2019

STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― State Auditor Brian Colón has announced the results of his investigative examination and special audit of millions in secret settlement payouts by the General Services Department.

The special audit was designated as a result of severe allegations regarding the process in which GSD handled certain settlement payouts. Auditor Colón issued the following statement on the matter:

“We should never use taxpayer money to pay out secret settlements,” Auditor Colón said. “The results of the special audit are incredibly concerning. All New Mexicans

New Mexico Delegation: $12.5 Million Grant To Improve Safety On Permian Basin Transportation Corridor

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 17, 2019

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.) have announced that the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) a $12,500,000 grant.

NMDOT will use the funds to repair and add safety enhancements along a section of US Highway 285 between Loving and the Texas border. In addition to repairs from damage caused by increased heavy truck

Udall Amendment In NASA Bill Combats Space Junk

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 17, 2019

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Tom Udall (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, has announced the passage of two Udall-authored amendments and two additional Udall-cosponsored amendments to the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2019.

The Committee accepted all four amendments on a unanimous voice vote and voted to advance the NASA reauthorization bill to the Senate floor.

“Outer space is both a strategic national security priority and an economic engine for communities in New Mexico

Los Alamos 2019 Regular Local Election Results Official

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 16, 2019

Los Alamos County Clerk Naomi Maestas, left, swears in members of the Canvass Board Thursday morning for the first ever Regular Local Election. Canvass Board members from left, Danielle Gardner, Cameron Counters, JoAnn Johnson, David Schiferl and Lee Weinland. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Gathered Thursday morning for the Regular Local Election Canvassing, from left, County Clerk Naomi Maestas, County Elections Manager Gloria Maestas, Chief Deputy Clerk Adrianna Ortiz and Senior Deputy Clerk Francella Montoya. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

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Marco Serna Releases Health Care Position Paper

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 15, 2019

Third Congressional District candidate Marco Serna

STATE News:

SANTA FE ― Third Congressional District candidate Marco Serna has released his position statement on Health Care.

While highlighting the fact that the country has come a long way since 1912 when Theodore Roosevelt first proposed the idea of national health insurance, and in 2010 Democrats passed the Affordable Care Act, Serna said, “I believe everyone can agree that much still has to be done to ensure health care is provided to all Americans”.

“If for no other reason, we have allowed our country to be

Los Alamos County Council To Hear Animal Shelter Recommendations Tuesday Nov. 26

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 14, 2019

Los Alamos County Council will hear Councilor James Robinson’s recommendations for the animal shelter Nov. 26. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

By KIRSTEN LASKEY

Los Alamos Daily Post

kirsten@ladailypost.com

To improve and enhance the Los Alamos County Animal Shelter, Animal Shelter Ad-Hoc Committee Liaison James Robinson is offering several recommendations.

His suggestions are:

In the short term, or within a year, increase the shelter staff by two full time employees who will solely work in shelter operations and animal welfare. Furthermore, the Los Read More

DPNM Hosts Pre-Primary Training For Candidates

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 14, 2019

DPNM News:

SANTA FE ― The Democratic Party of New Mexico hosted a training Wednesday for Congressional and Statewide Candidates focused on ward, county and state-level pre-primary conventions that will help determine which candidates are on the ballot for New Mexico’s June 2 Primary Election.

The training covered topics such as how delegates are selected and candidates’ roles with regard to the conventions. The day was focused on ensuring that candidates understand the convention process and have access to resources to help them run the most successful campaign.

“We

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, Senate Democrats Introduce Violence Against Women Act

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 14, 2019

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) joined Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) and all Democratic senators in introducing the Senate companion to the House-passed Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act.

The bill, which would reauthorize VAWA through 2024, preserves advancements made in previous reauthorizations and includes a number of additional improvements to the current law.

“All people, regardless of gender, sexual orientation,

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