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About HB33 Referendum School Board Resolution

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on December 31, 2015

LAPS News:

The Los Alamos Public Schools Board unanimously supports the upcoming HB33 Mill Levy Election.

All voters residing within the boundaries of the Los Alamos Public School District who are registered by Dec. 29, 2015 are eligible to vote. Los Alamos County Clerk will mail the ballot to all registered voters. You need not be a property owner or have students attending public schools.

What Is The HB33 Mill Levy?

Approved by voters since 1988

Provides public schools with funds for capital improvements expenditures, including student technology, and large maintenance projects.

Lunch With A Leader: LANL Foundation CEO Jenny Parks Jan. 19

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 31, 2015

Jenny Parks

LWV News:

The League of Women Voters invites the community to its monthly Lunch with a Leader meeting at 11:45 a.m., Jan. 19 at Mesa Public Library.

LANL Foundation CEO Jenny Parks will speak to the group about “What is the deal with education in New Mexico? Why our public schools aren’t doing better.”

Parks is a graduate of the University of Texas and UT Law School and has worked as an attorney in real estate.

Parks joined the LANL Foundation in January 2015 and is responsible for overseeing all

Governor Issues Executive Order To Help Ensure Supply Of Propane After Massive Snowstorm

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 31, 2015

Gov. Susana Martinez

STATE News:

SANTA FE — Gov. Susana Martinez has issued an executive order to help keep up the supply of propane throughout the state as a result of the massive snowstorm that has impacted communities throughout New Mexico.

The governor’s executive order suspends regulations on the number of hours that propane suppliers may drive in order to expedite its delivery into the state.

“We continue to coordinate storm response efforts through all state and local partners,” Martinez said. “This order will allow suppliers to move

Udall’s Chemical Safety Bill Passes Senate

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on December 30, 2015

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall hailed the Senate’s passage of his bipartisan Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, a landmark chemical safety reform bill to overhaul the nation’s broken Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976 (TSCA) and finally protect families from dangerous chemicals.

Udall and Sen. David Vitter, R-La., wrote the bill, which passed the Senate by a unanimous voice vote.

The 39-year-old TSCA is the last of the major environmental laws passed in the 1960s and 70s

Udall Provision Requiring Report On Burn Pits Will Help Advance Care For Veterans Of Iraq And Afghanistan

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 29, 2015

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall

SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Tom Udall announced that he secured a provision in the “omnibus” appropriations bill signed by the president last week requiring the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to report on the status and findings of its burn pit registry.

The registry — which was created by Udall’s Burn Pits Registry Act — is the first step toward providing medical care and research for service members and veterans who were exposed to toxic chemicals and fumes from open-air burn pits in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Governor Appoints Jennifer Padgett District Attorney In First Judicial District

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on December 29, 2015

Jennifer Padgett

STATE News:

SANTA FE — Today, Gov. Susana Martinez announced the appointment of Jennifer Padgett of Santa Fe as the district attorney for the First Judicial District to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Angela “Spence” Pacheco.

“Jennifer Padgett has devoted her career to fighting for children and she has what it takes to build on Spence’s success as district attorney,” Martinez said. “She has demonstrated tremendous management abilities and will aggressively strive to protect citizens and fight for victims in Los Alamos, Rio Arriba and Santa Fe Counties.” Read More

Luján On Tax Legislation That Adds Billions In Debt

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 28, 2015

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 Thursday Dec. 17 after voting against legislation to extend numerous tax breaks at a cost of $622 billion.

“This legislation extends many important provisions of the tax code that I have long supported, but it is disappointing that Congressional Republicans brought a bill to the floor that fails to pay for even one cent of these tax cuts. Time and again, House Republicans have sought cuts to investments

Eastbound I-40 To Remain Closed At Big-I During Morning Commute

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on December 28, 2015

STATE News:

Commuters urged to seek alternative route

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Transportation announced overnight that eastbound I-40 will remain closed at the Big-I through today, which will cause delays for commuters. The department is asking commuters to plan ahead and seek alternative routes.

Currently in Albuquerque, I-40 east of the Big-I is obstructed with stranded commercial motor vehicle traffic waiting for roads into Texas to be opened. No Albuquerque traffic will be allowed east of the I-40 Interchange.

Both Texas and Oklahoma Read More

Governor Declares State Of Emergency In Response To New Mexico’s Statewide Snow Storm

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on December 28, 2015

STATE News:

SANTA FE – Today, New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez declared a State of Emergency in response to the massive statewide snow storm that continues to impact the entire state.

In some parts of New Mexico, more than 16 inches of snow has fallen with drifts as high as eight feet, making roads impassable in several counties. High winds and blowing snow have led to extremely dangerous and life-threatening conditions in multiple counties. In addition to declaring a state of emergency today, the Governor has directed all resources to help communities that have been impacted.

“This is Read More

NNSA’s Asset Management Program Completes Pilot

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on December 27, 2015

NNSA News:

New initiative accelerates infrastructure repairs while increasing buying power

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) announced completion of a $520,000 pilot to replace a roof, as well as heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system for the Core Library and Data Center at Mercury, Nev. (https:////nevada.usgs.gov/mercury/).

The library was established as a repository for geologic, hydrologic, and geophysical data and materials collected in support of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) defense and environment programs at the Read More

State Officials Plead For Absolutely No Travel In 18 Hardest-Hit N.M. Counties From Winter Storm

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on December 27, 2015

STATE News:

SANTA FE – Gov. Susana Martinez, law enforcement, and state emergency personnel are pleading for absolutely no travel in the 18 hardest-hit counties until weather conditions improve.

They are: Colfax, Union, Harding, Mora, San Miguel, Quay, Guadalupe, Torrance, De Baca, Roosevelt, Curry, Lincoln, Chavez, Lea, Eddy, Otero, Socorro and Santa Fe counties.

In those counties, emergency personnel will actively try to keep people off roadways and in their homes. Driving is strongly discouraged throughout the rest of the state.

“Law enforcement and state emergency personnel Read More

Governor Puts National Guard On Standby To Respond To Weekend Storm

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on December 27, 2015

Gov. Susana Martinez

STATE News:

Gov. Martinez Orders Several State Agencies to Monitor, Prepare, Respond to Storm

SANTA FE – Gov. Susana Martinez announced that she has put the New Mexico National Guard on standby to respond to a winter storm that is expected to hit the state through the weekend.

In addition, the Governor ordered the Department of Transportation and the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to work closely together to monitor, prepare, and respond to the storm to ensure the safety of New Mexicans. The governor also urged New Mexicans to prepare for the storm, Read More

U.S. Demonstrates Production Of Fuel For Missions To The Solar System And Beyond

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 26, 2015

DOE News:

The first U.S. production in nearly 30 years of a specialized fuel to power future deep space missions has been completed by researchers at the Department of Energy‘s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) in Tennessee.

The production of 50 grams of plutonium-238–roughly the mass of a golf ball–marks the first demonstration in the United States since the Savannah River Plant in South Carolina ceased production in the late 1980s.

Radioisotope power systems convert heat from the natural radioactive decay of the isotope plutonium-238 into electricity.

Statement From Senate Democratic Leaders On Governor’s El Dorado Hotel Situation

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 26, 2015

NMSD News:

SANTA FE ― Statement of Sen. Michael S. Sanchez, Senator Majority Leader:

“The recent incident involving Gov. Susana Martinez’s activities at the El Dorado Hotel in Santa Fe, which has been of intense interest in the national media, is very regrettable for our state. It is embarrassing that this is how New Mexico makes the national news, and it does real harm to our state. It also comes on the heels of being named worst-run state in the nation, worst in unemployment, and worst in high school graduation.

“We also regret

Udall Secures Sports Safety Provisions To Protect Youth Athletes From Concussions

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 26, 2015

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall

SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, a member of the Senate Appropriations and Commerce committees, announced that the president has signed into law as part of the “omnibus” appropriations measure several sports safety provisions that Udall has championed to help protect youth athletes from the dangers of sports-related traumatic brain injuries.

Udall has led efforts in Congress to improve equipment safety standards and curb false advertising claims, focusing on ensuring parents, coaches and players

DEA Eases Requirements For FDA-Approved Clinical Trials On Cannabidiol

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 26, 2015

DEA News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) recently eased some of the regulatory requirements imposed by the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) for those who are conducting Food and Drug Administration-approved clinical trials on cannabidiol (CBD), an extract of the marijuana plant.

These modifications will streamline the research process regarding CBD’s possible medicinal value and help foster ongoing scientific studies. The DEA notified affected researchers by letter of the changes, which take

First Lady Takes Calls In NORAD Tracks Santa Program

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on December 25, 2015

Mrs. Obama taking calls on Santa’s journey as part of the annual NORAD Tracks Santa program. Courtesy/NORAD

NORAD News:

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. – For the sixth consecutive year and marking the 60th Anniversary of NORAD tracks Santa, First Lady Michelle Obama took time from her holiday schedule to deliver cheer to children across America by personally answering phone calls on Santa’s journey as part of the annual NORAD Tracks Santa program run by the North American Aerospace Defense Command.

Mrs. Obama fielded calls from Hawaii to surprised children calling in to the NORAD Read More

Voter Registration Deadline Is Dec. 29

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on December 25, 2015

COUNTY News:

In order to participate in the upcoming Los Alamos Public School Special All Mail Election, Los Alamos County Clerk Sharon Stover would like to remind residents who are not registered, or have moved, to complete a voter registration form.

Voter registration forms are available in the County Clerk’s Office at 1000 Central Avenue, 2nd Floor, Suite 240, as well as at the Motor Vehicle Department and libraries.

The deadline to update your address, register or submit an alternate address for your ballot is 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2015 in the Clerk’s Office. Ballots will be mailed the Read More

Congressional Delegation Secures Pledge From DHS On Delay Of REAL ID Enforcement

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 24, 2015

STATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich and Representatives Ben Ray Luján and Michelle Lujan Grisham announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has informed them that the state of New Mexico can still get an extension of the deadline for REAL ID enforcement if Gov. Susana Martinez and the leadership of the N.M. House and Senate can verify to DHS that they agree on legislation that ensures REAL ID compliance.

Seeking answers on behalf of New Mexicans about the standards and procedures

Rep. Nate Gentry Pre-Files Legislation To Keep New Mexicans Safer From Violent Repeat Criminals

Submitted by Chris Clark on December 24, 2015

Rep. Nate Gentry

STATE News:

SANTA FE ― Rep. Nate Gentry pre-filed “Jaydon’s Law,” legislation to ensure judges have access to the full criminal histories of violent offenders.

Current law prohibits judges from considering the juvenile record of an adult offender during bond and sentencing decisions. Jaydon’s Law would change the Criminal Procedure Act to allow judges to review an adult defendant’s prior record as a youth offender.

It will also give judges access to other information, such as evidence presented during past hearings

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