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Heinrich Secures Final Passage Of Measure To Enhance Security Of Non-Secure, Perimeter Areas At Airports

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 23, 2016

SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D. C. ― U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) led a group of senators in securing final passage of a provision he introduced earlier this year to enhance U.S. airport and mass transit security.

The provision was included in the bipartisan, bicameral Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) extension, which authorizes the agency and its programs through September 30, 2017 and passed the Senate by a vote of 89 to 4. The bill now goes to the President to be signed into law.

The provision expands the number

Local GOP Hosts Summer Picnic Today

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 23, 2016

The Republican Party of Los Alamos and the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women hosted their annual summer picnic today at the Ashley Pond Pavilion. Festivities kicked off at 11 a.m. with food, give-a-ways for the kids and a bouncy house. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

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SCAM ALERT: Phishing Scam Targeting New Mexico Businesses; Scammers Claim To Be With AG’s Office

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 23, 2016

AG News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― Attorney General Hector Balderas issued a Scam Alert to warn New Mexico businesses and the public about a new phishing scheme.

The scammers are sending emails to businesses claiming to be with the Office of the Attorney General and claiming that there has been a complaint filed against the business. The business owners are then asked to click a link to see the “complaint” and that they have ten days to respond. The Office of Attorney General will not, and does not, send emails like the ones being used in this scam which hit New Mexico this week.

Heinrich, Udall Introduce Buffalo Tract Protection Act

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 23, 2016

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Tom Udall (D-N.M.) have introduced the Buffalo Tract Protection Act in response to deep concerns from local communities in southern Sandoval County about the negative impacts of a proposed gravel mine in the area.

The bill will withdraw four parcels of Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands, including the Buffalo Tract and the Crest of Montezuma, from any mineral development, including gravel mining.

In 2012, the BLM released a draft of the new resource management plan

DPNM To Send Diverse Delegation To Democratic National Convention In Philadelphia

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 23, 2016

POLITICAL News:

The Democratic Party of New Mexico (DPNM) will send a diverse delegation to the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia next week, where 43 delegates will represent New Mexico.

The New Mexico delegation ranges in age from recent high school graduates to a 93-year-old World War II Veteran, members of the LGBT community and consists of a majority minority, which stands in stark contrast to the lack of diversity at the Republican National Convention last week.

“The Democratic Party of New Mexico is proud to have such a diverse delegation to represent our state at the Democratic Read More

Udall, Heinrich On Bill Passage To Provide Cost Of Living Increases To Veterans’ Disability Compensation

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 22, 2016

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich welcomed Senate passage of a bill to implement an annual Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for veterans’ disability compensation.

As of Dec. 1, 2016, all veterans and their family members who receive service-related disability compensation through Wartime Disability Compensation, Compensation for Dependents, Dependency and Indemnity Compensation for surviving spouses and children, and clothing allowances will receive annual increases in their

Gov. Susana Martinez Announces New Initiative To Improve Services To NM Women Veterans

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 21, 2016

STATE News:

SANTA FE — Gov. Susana Martinez announced a new targeted initiative today to improve access to services and benefits for women veterans in New Mexico.

Martinez also announced that Melanie Suazo, a retired New Mexico Army National Guard non-commissioned officer, will lead the effort.

“New Mexicans have always stood ready to answer the call to serve our state and nation in the U.S. Armed Forces,” Martinez said. “Ms. Suazo is a decorated former soldier who knows firsthand the challenges facing our women veterans, and she is well prepared to lead the charge

Community Invited To Annual GOP Picnic Saturday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 20, 2016

GOP News:

The Republican Party of Los Alamos and the Los Alamos Federated Republican Women invite the community to their annual summer picnic, this Saturday, July 23, at the Ashley Pond Pavilion.

Festivities kick off at 11 a.m. with food, give-a-ways for the kids and a bouncy house.

No politics, no obligations. Just good food and good people. See you on Saturday! Read More

Los Alamos Alternate Delegate Kelly Benner Shares Scenes From GOP Convention In Cleveland

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 20, 2016

Los Alamos resident Kelly Benner is an alternate delegate from New Mexico to the 2016 Republican National Convention in Cleveland, Ohio. Courtesy/Kelly Benner

Los Alamos Alternate delegate Kelly Benner with CBS Washington Bureau News Chief / Face The Nation Anchor Bob Schieffer at the GOP Convention in Cleveland, Ohio. Courtesy/Kelly Benner

Donald Trump introduces his wife Melania at Monday night’s GOP Convention in Cleveland. Trump officially became the Republican Party’s presidential nominee today after a roll call vote. Trump easily earned the 1,237 delegates Read More

Northern New Mexico Citizens’ Advisory Board To Hear Update On Waste Isolation Pilot Plant Recovery

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 19, 2016

NNMCAB News:

The Northern New Mexico Citizens’ Advisory Board (NNMCAB) is one of eight Site-Specific Advisory Boards established to involve local citizens in the Department of Energy’s (DOE) environmental clean-up decision process at its nuclear facilities.

Members of the public are encouraged to attend NNMCAB meetings and provide their unique perspective on environmental issues.

The NNMCAB will meet 1-5:15 p.m., July 27, in the Jemez Complex at the Santa Fe Community College, 6401 Richards Ave., in Santa Fe.

At 2 p.m.

Governor Directs Agencies To Prepare For Potential Flooding In Aftermath Of Timberon Fire

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 19, 2016

STATE News:

SANTA FE — Gov. Susana Martinez has directed state agencies responding to the Timberon Fire in Otero County to work with local leaders and other local, county, and federal entities on plans and actions required in the aftermath of the Timberon Fire.

In the aftermath of devastating wildfires such as the Timberon Fire, affected areas can often be vulnerable to flooding, excessive debris runoff, and dangerous effects to the local watershed which can be difficult to control and cause further damage.

“Protecting residents and their health and safety is always

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall Thanks Los Alamos Native For Work During Washington, D.C., Internship

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 19, 2016

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall thanks Gillian Hsieh Ratliff of Los Alamos for her work as an intern in his Washington, D.C., office this summer. Courtesy photo

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall thanked Los Alamos native Gillian Hsieh Ratliff for her work as an intern in his Washington, D.C., office this summer. During her seven weeks on Capitol Hill, Hsieh Ratliff worked primarily on health related issues.

“Gillian has worked on a number of important health policy issues this summer and has been of great help in my Washington, D.C. office,” Udall said. “I hope that she finds her Read More

Governor Appoints Duffy Rodriguez Cabinet Secretary For Department Of Finance And Administration

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 18, 2016

SANTA FE — Today, Gov. Susana Martinez announced the appointment of Duffy Rodriguez as cabinet secretary for the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA).

Rodriguez brings more than three decades of public service to her new position. Her appointment fills the vacancy created by the retirement of Dr. Tom Clifford, who served more than 20 years in state government.

“Duffy’s budgetary and financial knowledge and expertise will help us to continue our commitment to fiscal responsibility in New Mexico,” Martinez said. “I know that her track record of public service will help Read More

U.S. House Democrats Unveil Stronger America: New Security Agenda

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 18, 2016

NATIONAL News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, Democratic Whip Steny H. Hoyer (D-MD), Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (D-SC), Democratic Caucus Chairman Xavier Becerra (D-CA), U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM), House Democratic Policy and Communications Committee Chairman Steve Israel (D-NY), U.S. Representatives Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), John Sarbanes (D-MD), Eric Swalwell (D-CA), Robin Kelly (D-IL), Seth Moulton (D-MA), and members of the House Democratic Caucus unveiled House Democrats’ Stronger America: A New American Security

Los Alamos Delegates Arrive At GOP Convention

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on July 18, 2016

GOP Convention Delegates Lisa Shin, left, and Kelly Benner of Los Alamos arrive in Cleveland, Ohio Sunday to participate in the 2016 Republican National Convention. They are standing in front of the Rock and Roll Museum and preparing to attend Sunday evening’s RNC Convention Welcome Party. Shin is speaking at the convention on behalf of ‘Korean Americans for Trump’ at around 6 p.m. Thursday. Courtesy photo

POLITICAL News:

Two Los Alamos women arrived Sunday at the 2016 Republican National Convention (RNC) gets underway today and runs through Thursday at the Quicken

Letter To The Editor: What Country Has Better Politics?

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 16, 2016

By VERNON KERR

Los Alamos

This past week I was passing out campaign cards for New Mexico Supreme Court Justice Judy Nakamura. I handed a card to a gentleman who promptly handed it back saying, ”I don’t do politics.” Another young man refused to even look at the card.

I was a bit taken aback. The least I expected was that they were supporting another candidate. No! They did not wish to get involved.

I am old enough to remember when good people refused to get involved and we lost a lot of the greatest

Udall, Tester, Cantwell Introduce Bill To Launch Businesses And Create Jobs In Indian Country

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 16, 2016

SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.), Jon Tester (D-Mont.) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) introduced legislation to help launch businesses and create more jobs in Indian Country.

Their bill, the Native American Business Incubators Program Act, will establish and fund business incubators in Indian Country to help start and cultivate Native American-owned small businesses.

“Small businesses create jobs and opportunity and empower people to shape their own future, and that’s why I’m doing

Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard Hosts State’s Legislative Education Study Committee Meeting In Los Alamos

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 15, 2016

Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard, right, is hosting the statewide Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC) this week in Los Alamos. Rep. Garcia Richard, right, and other House and Senate members of the LESC are seen here Wednesday during their meeting at Los Alamos High School. The committee is discussing such items as teacher retention and recruitment, teacher compensation and charter schools. Rep. Garcia Richard wrote an official letter to the chair of the LESC, of which she is an advisory member, requesting that the committee schedule one of its 2016 interim committees

Governor Activates State Emergency Operations Center, Federal Funding Approved To Assist In Timberon Fire

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 15, 2016

New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez

STATE News:

SANTA FE — Gov. Susana Martinez directed the activation of the New Mexico Emergency Operations Center Thursday to assist in the coordinated response to the Timberon Fire in Otero County.

Martinez also announced that federal funding to help cover costs associated with fighting the fire has been approved.

“First and foremost, our priority is protecting the people of Timberon and surrounding areas,” Martinez said. “I’ve directed our state agencies to work together to ensure that all resources are

Government Accountability Office Releases Report On Whistleblower Retaliation At DOE

Submitted by Chris Clark on July 15, 2016

DOE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Edward J. Markey, D-Mass., and Claire McCaskill, D-Mo., were joined Thursday by federal contractor whistleblowers Sandra Black and Walt Tamosaitis to release a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report on whistleblower retaliation at the Department of Energy (DOE).

Black, a contractor employee at DOE’s Savannah River site in South Carolina for more than 30 years was fired for cooperating with the GAO during its collection of information for the report. Tamosaitis was fired after raising safety and design

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