Gov. Susana Martinez To Address Higher Education Leaders From Across U.S.
Gov. Susana Martinez
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — Today, Gov. Susana Martinez will be the keynote speaker at a symposium of college and university leaders from across the country to discuss higher education reforms in New Mexico.
Higher education leaders from Florida, Georgia and Tennessee will share how similar reforms have helped contribute to dramatic increases in graduation rates in their respective states.
This meeting follows Gov. Martinez’s recently outlined vision for higher education in New Mexico – building a stronger, and more cohesive higher education system to help Read More
County Council Chair Presents Update At Democratic Party Meeting At UNM-LA 7 p.m. Monday
County Council Chair Kristin Henderson
DPLA News:
The Democratic Party of Los Alamos County meets at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14 in the Jeannette Wallace Room, Building 05 at UNM-LA.
Los Alamos County Council Chair Kristin Henderson will present an update on County Council happenings.
The community is invited to attend and make it festive by bringing some cookies and their good cheer (but everyone is encouraged to attend, even those who are grumpy and don’t have any cookies to share)
For information about the Democratic Party of Los Alamos County, visit https:////www.losalamosdemocrats.org/
Moniz On Conclusion Of COP21 Climate Negotiations
U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz
DOE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz released the following statement Saturday regarding the conclusion of the COP21 climate change negotiations:
“This agreement shows that the world is ready to move towards an innovative era of reductions in heat-trapping emissions that will put us on a path to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. President Obama, Secretary Kerry, and the entire U.S. negotiating team showed leadership, not just at these talks in Paris, but for the months and years of groundwork that was Read More
Dr. Cherry Murray Confirmed As Director Of The Office Of Science
Dr. Cherry Murray
DOE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Dr. Cherry Murray was confirmed by the Senate Thursday, Dec. 10, 2015 as director of the Department of Energy’s Office of Science.
“Dr. Murray will be an outstanding Director of the Office of Science, drawing upon her experience in academia as professor and dean of one of country’s leading universities of engineering and applied sciences, key R&D leadership roles in industry, and as former head of science and technology at one of the Department’s national laboratories, ” Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz said. “I thank the Senate for the approving Read More
Luján Participates In Gold King Mine Spill Hearing
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray LujánHeinrich Votes To Expand High-Quality Education For N.M. Students
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
U.S. SENATE News:
- Bipartisan Bill Overturns No Child Left Behind
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., voted Wednesday to pass the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) a bipartisan, bicameral bill to overturn No Child Left Behind (NCLB), and reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA). The bill passed the senate by a vote of 85 to 12.
“After more than a decade of high-stakes standardized testing of No Child Left Behind that robbed our students of instruction time and devastated teacher morale, we have finally passed Read More
WIPP Workers Perform Filter Replacement
Radiological workers ready used filters for off–site disposal. Courtesy/WIPPAttorney General Issues Holiday Scam Alert
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE – As the shopping season ramps up, Attorney General Hector Balderas issued a holiday scam alert today to help New Mexicans protect themselves.
The three most prominent holiday scams New Mexico may experience involve:
- Fake online shopping websites;
- Fraudulent gift cards; and
- Fake charities.
“I want all New Mexicans to be aware of the threat scammers pose this holiday season as they attempt to prey on New Mexicans’ generosity,” Balderas said. “Whether it’s fake shopping websites, depleted gift cards, or even fake charities, scammers are out in force during the holiday Read More
Roger This: All Aboard For The Paris Accord
By ROGER SNODGRASSThe first week of the 21st meeting of the of the Conference of Parties (COP21) under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) is drawing to a close in Paris.
During this time the Earth has theoretically warmed an additional .0008degreesFahrenheit. That calculation is according to my own back-of-the-envelope extrapolation of a very broad scientific consensus that we are approaching a warming rate of about .04 degrees F per decade.
The alarming problem about these miniscule estimates is that we are beginning to cross a red line Read More
NHCC Theater To Showcase Heart Gallery Kids
New Mexico Gov. Susana MartinezNMFRW President Speaks At Local Meeting Dec. 10
LAFRW News:
Chamber Business Breakfast Presents Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard’s Annual Legislative Preview Dec. 15
Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard
CHAMBER News:
Dist. 43 Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard will be the guest speaker Tuesday, Dec. 15 at the Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast.
Rep. Garcia Richard will present her annual Legislative Preview to Chamber members, which will include matters related to the state budget as well as a discussion of other potential legislation.
The upcoming Legislative Session is a 30-day session. The session begins Jan. 19 and ends Feb. 18, 2016. Legislators may pre-file legislation Dec. 15 through Jan. 13 and Feb. 3 is the deadline for introduction of all legislation. Read More
Head Of CTBTO Dr. Lassina Zerbo Visits Los Alamos
CTBTO Executive Secretary Dr. Lassina Zerbo
NNSA News:
LAS VEGAS ― Dr. Lassina Zerbo, Executive Secretary of the Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO), visited NNSA’s Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) Nov. 23, as part of a multi-day itinerary that also included tours of national laboratories overseen by the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), including Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).
While at Los Alamos, Zerbo discussed the laboratory’s Read More
NMED To Host Public Listening Sessions
NMED News:AFTNM Calls Court Ruling ‘Victory For Educators’
AFTNM President Stephanie Ly
ALBUQUERQUE – American Federation of Teachers New Mexico (AFTNM) President Stephanie Ly and Albuquerque Teachers Federation President Ellen Bernstein released the following statement:
“Today’s ruling from Judge Thomson comes as welcome news for the thousands of educators across New Mexico who have been seeking relief from Governor Martinez and Secretary of Education Hannah Skandera’s test-and-punish ‘reforms.’
Albuquerque Teachers Federation President Ellen Bernstein
“Judge Thomson made the correct and important decision to halt the use of high-stakes Read More
Heinrich Cosponsors Bill To Strengthen Security Of Visa Waiver Program
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., a member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence and Senate Armed Services Committee, is an original cosponsor of bipartisan legislation introduced today to tighten the Visa Waiver Program to help prevent terrorists from entering the United States.
Currently, the Visa Waiver Program permits visa free travel to the United States for citizens of 38 countries that qualify—an average of 20 million visitors per year. The Visa Waiver Program Security Enhancement Act makes a number of security enhancements Read More
USDHS: Key Facts About Effects Of Real ID Act
USDHS News:-
The Real ID Act, passed by Congress in 2005, enacted the 9/11 Commission’s recommendation that the federal government “set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver’s licenses.” The act established minimum security standards for driver’s
Franklin Graham Prayer Rally Coming To Santa Fe
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WIPP: Safe Havens Increases Underground Safety
Safe havens provide life-saving shelter for underground workers in the event of an emergency. Courtesy photoUdall Statement On New Mexico Unit Agreement
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
