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Luján Addresses National Defense Authorization Act

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 4, 2016
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
 
CONGRESSIONAL News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District released the following statement after voting in support of the Fiscal Year 2017 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes a number of priorities for New Mexico.
 
“From the dedicated men and women who serve our country at Cannon Air Force Base, to the cutting edge research taking place at Los Alamos National Labs, I am proud of the leading role New Mexico’s Third District plays in ensuring our national security policy. Though this is not a perfect
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Letter To The Editor: Concerned About ‘Open Space’ Changed To ‘Mixed-Use’ Without Public Notice

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 3, 2016

By SUE BARNS

Los Alamos

 

During the past year, many community members participated in drafting a new Comprehensive Plan for Los Alamos County. Within the Plan is a Future Land Use map, which is designed to be a “guide to land development and preservation decisions.”

 

At the Nov. 14 County Council meeting, and in several previous public planning sessions, a map was presented, which showed the entire area surrounding the paved Canyon Rim Trail, south of the airport and N.M. 502, designated as “Open Space”. However, during the meeting, a change was made by the Council to designate part Read More

Luján Hails Inclusion Of Opioid Funding In 21st Century Cures Act

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 3, 2016
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
 
CONGRESSIONAL News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District on Wednesday spoke on the House floor in support of the 21st Century Cures Act, which included language Congressman Luján championed that authorizes $1 billion in funding to combat the growing opioid epidemic.
 
Earlier this year, Luján introduced the Opioid and Heroin Abuse Crisis Investment Act, which reflected President Obama’s request for much-needed resources to increase treatment programs that will help address
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Heinrich: Declassify Information Regarding Russia And U.S. Election

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 2, 2016
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
 
U.S. SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) joined several of his colleagues on the Senate Intelligence Committee in sending a letter to President Obama urging him to declassify information relating to the Russian government and the U.S. election.
 
“We believe there is additional information concerning the Russian Government and the U.S. election that should be declassified and released to the public,” wrote Heinrich and his colleagues in their letter.
 
U.S. Senator Ron
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Los Alamos GOP Hosts Christmas Party Dec. 9

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on December 2, 2016

GOP News:

The Republican Party of Los Alamos and the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women invite all Republicans to their Annual Christmas Party.

The party starts at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9 at the home of RPLA Chairman Bill McKerley. Food will be potluck style, so bring along a favorite Christmas dish.

For more information, email RPLA at losalamosgop@gmail.com.

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Udall Joins Senate In Passing ECHO Act To Increase Rural Access To Health Care

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 1, 2016
U.S. SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Tom Udall joined the full Senate in voting 97-0 to approve the Expanding Capacity for Health Outcomes (ECHO) Act — a measure based on the University of New Mexico’s successful Project ECHO program — to increase access to high quality health care in rural communities.
 
Udall is a cosponsor of the bill and, as a member of the Appropriations Committee, has been a strong supporter of funding for the program.
 
The ECHO Act would expand the successful Project Extension for Community Health
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SUN PATH Legislative Luncheon/Program Update Dec. 5 At The Capitol

Submitted by Chris Clark on November 30, 2016
SFCC News:
 
New Mexico Skill up Network: Pathway Acceleration in Technology & Healthcare (SUN PATH) will provide statewide program updates on performance outcomes and successes in the first two years of implementation to legislators and stakeholders in a scheduled luncheon next week for legislators, participants and press.                            
 
Who: SUN PATH Consortium, funded by a $15,000,000
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Heinrich Welcomes Senate Passage Of Bill To Expand Innovative UNM Rural Tele-Health Program

Submitted by Chris Clark on November 30, 2016
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
 
SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) welcomes the Senate’s passage of S. 2873, the Expanding Capacity for Health Outcomes (ECHO) Act, a bill to boost access to high-quality health care in hard-to-reach regions.
 
Heinrich is a cosponsor of the bill, which aims to better integrate the University of New Mexico School of Medicine’s groundbreaking Project ECHO telehealth model into health systems across the country.
 
“Families across New Mexico, including in our rural and tribal communities, deserve
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Letter To The Editor: Open Letter To Obama From Sierran

Submitted by Chris Clark on November 29, 2016
By JOHN R. BUCHSER
Santa Fe
 
Dear President Obama,

Earlier this week, my wife and I returned from several days volunteering at the Oceti Sakowin camp in North Dakota. There was a lot of activity in camp preparing for the winter. I have never encountered so much positive energy towards a common goal, it was with great sadness we had to depart due to both of us getting viral infection of the lung.

Generally, an 1800+ mile long oil pipeline would require an environmental impact statement (EIS). This has NOT been done for this major project. Given president-elect Trump’s statements

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Council Notice Of Possible Quorum At DPU Meeting

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 29, 2016

COUNTY News:

Members of the Los Alamos County Council may attend the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities presentation from NuScale Power at 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, at the Los Alamos County Golf Course Building on Diamond Drive.

A quorum of the Council may be present. No action will be taken.

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Two Southern New Mexico Communities Receive Housing Improvement Grants

Submitted by Chris Clark on November 27, 2016
USDA News:
 
ALBUQUERQUE ― USDA Rural Development State Director Terry Brunner announced a grant of $50,000 to Tierra del Sol Housing, Inc. to make improvements to six homes in Columbus and Anthony in southern New Mexico.
 
The funds were made available through USDA Rural Development’s Housing Preservation Grant Program, which provides financial support in the form of a grant to help non-profits and public entities make repairs to existing housing for low income residents in rural communities.
 
USDA Rural Development State Director Terry Brunner commented on the
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DPNM Welcomes New Legislative Leadership Team

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 27, 2016
DPNM News:

Democratic Party of New Mexico welcomes the news that the Democrats in the legislature selected their leadership teams.

These announcements come after the New Mexico House moved from Republican majority to a Democratic majority and Democrats gained two seats in the New Mexico Senate.
 
N.M. Senate Democrats elected Sen. Peter Wirth to lead the New Mexico Senate as Majority Leader and Rep. Brian Egolf to lead the New Mexico House as Speaker; his nomination will go to a vote in January during the legislative session.
 
“After a hard fought election, we’re pleased to have strong
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2,000 Petitions Turned In Demanding Healthier, Cleaner New Mexico

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 27, 2016
CVNM News:
 
ALBUQUERQUE ― Immigrant Latin community members and leaders came together with Juntos: Our Air Our Water to turn in over 2,400 signed petitions to Gov. Susana Martínez and the Environmental Department in Santa Fe demanding the state transition to clean, renewable energy that will create a healthier today and tomorrow for Latino communities in New Mexico.
 
When we elect public officials, we trust them to make sure our public resources work for us by protecting our interests now and for our future – and Latino families came together to remind our leaders to
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Heinrich Calls On President To Reroute Dakota Access Pipeline

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 26, 2016

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.) issued Thanksgiving Day the following statement on the Dakota Access pipeline:

“Today is Thanksgiving and I cannot help but reflect on our history in these United States and how often it has not lived up to the rosy picture of Pilgrims and Indians sharing a meal in friendly company that I saw in textbooks as a child. The issues facing Indian Country are many and they are complex, but that should not stop those of us in positions of elected leadership from seeking to make Read More

NMED Chief Scientist Presents 2015-16 Environmental Monitoring Of Gold King Mine Spill

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 26, 2016

NMED’s Chief Scientist Dennis McQuillan. Courtesy photo

NMED News:

SANTA FE – New Mexico’s Gold King Mine Spill Citizens’ Advisory Committee, based out of San Juan County, will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28 in the San Juan College Student Center – SUNS Room (accessible through the Henderson Fine Arts Building).

New Mexico Environment Department’s Chief Scientist Dennis McQuillan will present a status update and multi-year review of activities related to New Mexico’s Long Term Monitoring Team’s activities.

The Citizens’ Advisory Committee (CAC) is a group of 10 citizen volunteers from Read More

AG Shifts To Secure, Cost-Saving VOIP Phone System

Submitted by Chris Clark on November 25, 2016
Attorney General Hector Balderas
 
STATE News:
 
ALBUQUERQUE ― This month, Attorney General Hector Balderas announced that the Office of the Attorney General is switching to a secure Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) phone system.
 
This change, which began Nov. 7, will save New Mexico taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars. New Mexicans are asked to take note of the new phone and fax numbers for the Office of the Attorney General. 
 
“At a time when New Mexico finds itself in fiscal crisis, it’s imperative that we work to maximize tax dollars and our new
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Brain Injury Alliance Honors Sen. Michael Sanchez

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 23, 2016
Sen. Michael Sanchez
Dist. 29 Bernalillo and Valencia
 
Brain Injury Alliance NM News:
 
The Brain Injury Alliance of New Mexico would like to acknowledge State Sen. Michael Sanchez for his leadership in helping to protect thousands of children and youth in New Mexico.
 
Through the Senator’s foresight, initiative and sponsorship two very important pieces of Legislation were unanimously passed in bi-partisan efforts and signed by governors in separate administrations.
 
Through his dedication, Senator Sanchez was able to initiate and
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DPNM Calls For Justice For Standing Rock Sioux Tribe

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on November 23, 2016
DPNM News:
 
The Democratic Party of New Mexico (DPNM) took a stand to support the efforts of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe to protect their water resources and sacred sites and to ensure tribal consultation is a priority.
 
At a meeting in late October, the Democratic Party of New Mexico’s State Central Committee unanimously voted to send a letter of commitment to Standing Rock Sioux Tribe Chairman Dave Archambault. 
 
Chairwoman Debra Haaland, the first Native American state party chair in the country, said, “Democrats believe in justice and equality; President Obama
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