Heinrich Introduces Bill To Scale Up Solar Projects
U.S. Sen. Martin HeinrichLuján To Attend Dedication Ceremony Of Ben Luján Memorial Highway 84/285 Sunday
Ben Luján
STATE News:
SANTA FE – Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District will attend a ceremony at 3 p.m. Sunday, July 12 on Gunbarrel Road in Española, dedicating U.S. Highway 84/285 as the “Ben Luján Memorial Highway.”
Ben Luján served in public office for more than 40 years, including 38 years as State Representative from District 46 in Santa Fe County and 12 years as Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Rep. Ben Ray Luján
In honor of his distinguished service on behalf of the people of New Mexico, the highway is being named in his honor at the unanimous request of the New Read More
Three New Mexico Cities Among Top Five U.S. Metro Areas For Export Growth
BUSINESS News:
- Las Cruces and Farmington Top Two, Set Records; Santa Fe in Top Five
SANTA FE — Today, Gov. Susana Martinez announced that Las Cruces, Farmington and Santa Fe rank among the top five metropolitan areas in the nation for export growth.
Las Cruces and Farmington – which rank No. 1 and No. 2 in the nation, respectively – also shattered records for export growth, with more of their businesses exporting more products than ever before. Santa Fe ranks No. 5. The report was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce.
“I’ve always said that if we provide an environment that is friendly Read More
Heinrich, Risch Introduce Bill To Reduce Federal Government Energy Use
SENATE News:
IBWA Applauds House Action To Ensure Healthy Water For National Park Visitors
IBWA News:National Lab Day On The Hill In D.C. Today
SCIENCE News:
The House Science and National Laboratories Caucus in conjunction with the Department of Energy is presenting National Lab Day on the Hill today in the Cannon Caucus Room Washington, D.C.
Formed largely during World War II with the Manhattan Project, the Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Laboratory system has grown to be the envy of the world. Our 17 National Laboratories form a critical component of America’s innovation ecosystem, enabling economic competitiveness, scientific discovery, and energy innovation while also providing world class research facilities Read More
O’Leary: A Path Forward To Budgeting For Results
Los Alamos County Councilor Susan O’Leary during a video taping at the Los Alamos Daily Post headquarters Monday in which she discusses her ideas for ensuring the County’s budgeting process is results oriented. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com
- To watch a video of Councilor Susan O’Leary discussing budgeting ideas, click here.
In May, I wrote a column called Follow the Money, and in that column I suggested taking the County’s budget discussions to a new level; adopting an approach that would allow the public, Read More
Councilors May Attend LANL Student Picnic Thursday
COUNTY News:
Members of the Los Alamos County Council may attend the annual Los Alamos National Laboratory Student Picnic at 11:30 a.m., Thursday at Urban Park.
A quorum may be present, however, no Council action wIll be taken. Read More
Governor Martinez Appoints Myles Copeland As Aging And Long-Term Services Department Cabinet Secretary
Myles Copeland
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Susana Martinez announced Thursday the appointment of Myles Copeland as New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) cabinet secretary to succeed Secretary Gino Rinaldi, who is leaving his post after more than two years of service.
Copeland has been the deputy secretary of the department since 2013. Previously, he worked with issues relating to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, and he has a passion for helping the elderly and those who care for them.
“I am grateful to Secretary Rinaldi for his service to New Mexico,” Martinez Read More
Governor: Everyone Has A Duty Under The Law To Report Suspected Child Abuse
STATE News:“As New Mexicans, we all have a duty under the law to report suspected child abuse or neglect,” Martinez said. “Over the summer months when children are not in school, we need
Op-Ed: New Mexico Businesses Need Patent Reform
By Sen. Jerry Ortiz Y PinoGovernor Announces KAFB Jet Fuel Spill Treatment
Gov. Susana Martinez“Protecting our precious water supply is non-negotiable,” Martinez said. “We have taken the necessary steps to begin addressing the Kirtland fuel
Eighteen Candidates Become US Citizens During Bandelier’s July 4 Naturalization Ceremony
During Saturday’s Naturalization ceremony at Bandelier, 18 candidates from nine countries took the oath to become citizens of the United States. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
USCIS Officer Peter Rechkemmer opens Saturday’s Naturalization ceremony at Bandelier. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Chief US District Judge The Honorable M. Christina Armijo officiates at Saturday.s Naturalization Ceremony at Bandelier. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Special guest speaker StephanieUdall, Heinrich Urge Minimizing Impact Of Data Breach, Improving Security Controls
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Wednesday, U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich strongly urged the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to take steps to minimize harm to federal employees in New Mexico and across the country who were affected by the recent data breach that resulted in the theft of millions of employees’ personal information.
In a letter to the OPM director, the senators expressed their disappointment with the data breach and called on OPM to take specific actions to improve security controls and prevent cyber theft.
In June, OPM warned that millions Read More
GOP/LAFRW Summer Picnic Ashley Pond July 11
GOP/LAFRW News:
There will be lots of friends, food and fun. The Elephant In The Room: We Hope You Will Join Us
The Elephant in the RoomIn this edition, we have several things to share.
First, we would like to take the time to invite you to stop by our booth at Overlook Park this 4th of July. We will have glow in the dark tattoos, bubbles, and glow necklaces for kids of all ages to enjoy (while supplies last).
There also will be information about an upcoming Constitution Day essay competition for students in all 3 levels of our public schools (prizes will be awarded in Sept.) other handouts to read and a voting booth for you to cast your Read More
DOE To Assess Groundwater At LANL
DOE News:
In an Environmental Assessment (EA), the Department of Energy proposes to further evaluate, characterize and address chromium contamination in the groundwater beneath Mortandad Canyon at Los Alamos National Laboratory.
The proposed action consists of two activities:
- Chromium Plume Control Interim Measure, would hydraulically control the downgradient migration of the chromium groundwater plume in the regional aquifer.
- Chromium Plume-Center Characterization, would identify and evaluate the feasibility of potential long-term actions to fully remediate the chromium
Udall, Heinrich Announce $365,000 to Prevent Drunk Driving, Improve Traffic Safety
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON D.C. – Thursday, U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich announced more than $365,000 for the New Mexico Department of Transportation to help prevent drunk driving and improve safety on New Mexico roads.
The funds will support local safety efforts including sobriety checkpoints, seat belt safety education and enforcement, and ignition interlock programs.
The department will receive four grants funded through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s State Traffic Safety Information Systems Grants program, which is authorized by the Moving Ahead Read More
Sen. Martin Heinrich Helps HOPE Crew At Bandelier
Sen. Martin Heinrich stands with members of the Rocky Mountain Youth Corps’ Hands-On Preservation Experience (HOPE) crew and Bandelier staff for a group photo as their day of work comes toward a close Wednesday at Bandelier. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com 
The HOPE crew presents Sen. Martin Heinrich with a plaque in appreciation for his participation on their project Wednesday at Bandelier. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
Staff Report
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M. participated Wednesday in a restoration service project with the Rocky Mountain Youth Corps’ Read More
