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Balderas Takes Over The Reins Of The Law Enforcement Academy Board

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 12, 2015

New Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas. Photo by Roger Snodgrass/ladailypost.com

Analysis By ROGER SNODGRASS

Los Alamos Daily Post

ESPAÑOLA — Meeting at Northern New Mexico College Tuesday, a little-known governing board with many pressing responsibilities in the state, found itself in new political territory.

It was the first meeting of the year for the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy Board and, therefore, the first occasion for newly elected Attorney General Hector Balderas, a Democrat, to hold the gavel as the ex-officio chairman.

A few minutes into Tuesday’s Read More

The Elephant In The Room

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 11, 2015

The Elephant in the Room

By the Los Alamos Republican Party

We are the Los Alamos County Republican Party and we welcome you! We are your neighbors, co-workers and friends. We don’t all look the same, think the same or have the same opinions but we have a common goal to make our town, our state and our nation the best place to live.

Our differences make us unique and gives the opportunity for great discussion, debate and ultimately solutions to pursue our goals. As Republicans, we believe in PEOPLE. Extraordinary strength and capability lies in the diverse people of our community, state, Read More

Udall Calls On Commerce, Agriculture Secretaries To Prioritize Broadband Access For Rural New Mexicans

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 11, 2015

SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, D-NM joined a bipartisan coalition, led by Sens. Steve Daines, R-MT, Joe Manchin, D-WV and Angus King, I-ME, in an effort to ensure the federal government prioritizes high-speed broadband access for rural Americans.

Broadband Internet is critical to expand economic development opportunities, distance learning and telehealth to rural communities in New Mexico and across the country.

In a bipartisan letter signed by more than a dozen senators, Udall and others pressed Commerce Secretary

Senators Unveil Pragmatic Foreign Policy Principles

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 10, 2015

SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., Chris Murphy, D-Conn. and Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii have released forward-looking and pragmatic foreign policy principles to guide America’s role as a global leader in the 21st Century.

The principles, as laid out in an op-ed published today in Foreign Affairs, provide a clear alternative to the limited perspectives that often dominate American foreign policy conversations in the United States Senate.

Smart Power Principles:

A forward-looking and pragmatic

Regional Coalition Of LANL Communities Meets June 12

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 10, 2015

RCLC News:

Regional Coalition of LANL Communities meets 9-11 a.m., June 12, at the Rio Arriba County Chambers, 1122 Industrial Park Road in Espanola.

Agenda:

Call to Order by Espanola Mayor Alice Lucero – 9 a.m.

Discussion/Action Items (1hr 20 min.) 9:15-10:40 a.m.

NM Congressional Delegation Updates (5 mins) 9:15-9:20 a.m.

Presentation by Christine Gelles, Acting Manager of the Environmental Management Los Alamos Field Office, DOE (30 mins) 9:20-9:50 a.m.

Presentation by Albert Jirón, IT Program Manager at Los

NM Businesses Wanted For Trade Mission To Israel

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 10, 2015

ACI News:

Israel is New Mexico’s second largest international trading partner

ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico Association of Commerce and Industry (ACI) and the New Mexico-Israel Business Exchange (NMIBE) announced that registration is now open for local companies to join other business leaders, government officials, and entrepreneurs to explore Israel on a joint trade mission Oct. 10-20, 2015.

In addition to touring Israel’s cultural, historic, and religious sites, delegates will have the opportunity to engage with their international counterparts, open trade

Energy Department And Edison Electric Institute Sign Agreement To Advance Electric Vehicle Technologies

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 9, 2015

DOE News:

NEW ORLEANS — Monday June 8, during a speech at the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Annual Convention in New Orleans, LA, Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Department and EEI, strengthening collaborative action to accelerate plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) and charging infrastructure deployment.

Building on the President’s goal and the Department’s EV Everywhere Grand Challenge to develop plug-in electric vehicles by 2022 as affordable as a 2012 gasoline-powered vehicle, this partnership advances

Building A Better Future Together: Celebrating National Homeownership Month

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 9, 2015

By Tony Hernandez and Terry Brunner, State Director

USDA Rural Development

As National Homeownership Month begins, we think of the many rural families who have built their homes with their own hands―and have, quite literally, worked up a sweat as they toiled to build a better future through homeownership.

To help them succeed, USDA and its partners provided the financial tool: an affordable mortgage. This year we are celebrating 50 years of the Mutual Self-Help Housing Program, which has helped rural families gain a foothold into the middle class by stepping

Gov. Susana Martinez Dedicates State-Of-The-Art Port Of Entry Facility

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 9, 2015

DPS News:

SANTA TERESA ― Gov. Susana Martinez dedicated a new $11 million, state-of-the-art port of entry facility in Santa Teresa to the late Motor Transportation Division Officer Daniel C. Rivera, Jr. Friday, June 5.

“I’m honored to be able to dedicate this port of entry to the memory of a fallen officer who gave his life keeping our roads and highways safe,” Martinez said. “The role these ports of entry play in creating jobs and opportunities for our families and communities is absolutely critical. Officer Rivera’s legacy of service

Energy Secretary Announces Launch Of New Veterans’ Utility Industry Transition Effort

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 9, 2015

DOE News:

NEW ORLEANS ― The Obama administration has made helping veterans find civilian employment and reintegrate into the nation’s workforce and economy a top priority.

Further building on that effort, U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz has announced the creation of the Utility Industry Workforce Initiative during a speech at the Edison Electric Institute conference in New Orleans.

This key partnership between the Departments of Energy, Labor, Defense, and Veterans Affairs, and five utility trade associations will recruit

Legislature Revives Capital Outlay: Restores $295 Million In Funding During Special Session Today

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 9, 2015

NM House members including Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard, D-Los Alamos, Santa Fe, Rio Arriba and Sandoval counties in session during the 2015 regular session. Courtesy/VDP

STATE News:

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Legislature met in a short one day Special Session to pass a Capital Outlay bill that funds needed infrastructure construction projects worth $295 million, a few limited tax breaks for business, and a $4.3 million appropriation in emergency funding for Magistrate Courts and the Department of Health.

The Special Session, which lasted a little over four hours, was called by Gov. Susana Read More

New Mexico GOP: ‘Productive Special Session’

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 9, 2015

Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman Debbie Maestas

ALBUQUERQUE — Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman Debbie Maestas released the following statement on the conclusion of today’s special legislative session:

“Governor Martinez and Republican leaders held firm to produce a deal that not only avoided a harmful gas tax increase but will improve our tax code, level the playing field for New Mexico’s small business and provide resources for vital infrastructure projects across the state.” Read More

GOP Women Meet At Ashley Pond Park Thursday

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 9, 2015

LAFRW News:

The Los Alamos Federation of Republican Women is having its June meeting 10:30 a.m. to noon Thursday, June 11 at Ashley Pond Park.

This event is open to all women, especially those with small children, who would like to learn more about the LAFRW.

There will be food for the ducks and snacks for kids and adults.

A Los Alamos County Clerk Office representative will be the guest speaker and will address voter registration.

MPNHP Field Team ‘Clearly Saved Best Site For Last’

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 7, 2015

MPNHP Field Team leader Arthur Knox wowed the crowd Tuesday at Fuller Lodge when he said, ‘This is our team’s third stop on the tour of the Manhattan Project National Historic Park sites … it is clear that we saved the best for last.’ Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos County Council Chair Kristin Henderson, center, presents the Keys to the County to MPNHP Field Team leader Arthur Knox and DOE Under Secretary Laurie Morman. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

By CAROL A. CLARK

Los Alamos Daily Post

The Manhattan Project National Historical

Legislative Interim Committee Meetings June 8-12

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 7, 2015

STATE News:

SANTA FE – The following legislative interim committees are meeting the week of June 8-12.

June 8, 2015 @ 10:00 a.m. – Economic and Rural Development Committee

State Capitol, Room 322, Santa Fe, NM

Agenda Items: Review of 2015 Committee-Endorsed Legislation; Work Plan and Meeting Schedule

MAY BE CANCELLED AND RESCHEDULED DUE TO SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE SESSION

June 9, 2015 @ 10:00 a.m. – Jobs Council

State Capitol, Room 322, Santa Fe, NM

Agenda Items: Review of Jobs Council’s Process and Findings; Previously Approved Jobs Council Initiatives; Proposed Work Plan and Meeting Read More

Governor Calls Special Session For Noon Monday

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 6, 2015

STATE News:

SANTA FE – After two months of political brinksmanship, Gov. Susana Martinez and State Senate leadership have finally agreed upon a list of legislation to take up at a special session at noon Monday, June 8.

Senate leadership says they anticipate the session lasting no more than one or two days.

The legislation to be considered includes the previously killed Capital Outlay bill, which funds capital improvement projects throughout the state. The $265 million expenditure is considered economic stimulus by many communities and also provides badly needed infrastructure.

The bill Read More

Lunch With A Leader Features Two Speakers From Southwest Jemez CFLRP

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 6, 2015

Courtesy photo

LWV News:

The League of Women Voters will host its monthly Lunch with a Leader at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, June 16 at Mesa Public Library.

This month Leaders are two men from the Southwest Jemez Mountains Collaborative Forest Landscape Restoration Project (Southwest Jemez CFLRP), Jeremy Marshall and Jarrett Garcia.

Marshall has been the SW Jemez Implementation Leader since November 2013. He has been involved with planning and implementation of prescribed fire, thinning and watershed restoration work Read More

Udall, Heinrich Urge CFPB To Issue Strong Rules To Stop Predatory PayDay Lending Practices

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 6, 2015

SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― As the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) considers new rules to address predatory practices in payday and similar types of lending, U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich joined a group of Senators in expressing support for initial steps the agency has taken and urging the agency to issue strong rules to combat the “cascade of devastating financial consequences” that these high-priced loans often have on consumers.

“We support the CFPB’s initial steps towards releasing

LANL Workers Alerted To Cybersecurity Threat

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on June 5, 2015

LANL News:

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) employees were notified Thursday in a memo by LANL Director Charlie McMillan of a cybersecurity incident that could put employee and subcontractor personal information at risk.

Director McMillan Memo:

SUBJECT: Office of Personnel Management Cybersecurity Incident

This afternoon we were notified by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) of a cybersecurity incident involving U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) systems and data containing personal information. The breadth of exposure is still being evaluated, and there is a possibility Read More

Hubble Space Telescope Peers Into Milky Way Galaxy

Submitted by Chris Clark on June 5, 2015

Hubble peers into the most crowded place in the Milky Way. Courtesy photo

SCIENCE News:

Dr. John P. Holdren is director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy at The White House. He also is the President’s Chief Science Advisor.

Dr. John P. Holdren

“From time to time, I like to send quick, ad-hoc notes to White House staff on a variety of topics―upcoming lunar eclipses, groundbreaking climate news, incredible photos from space. Things I’ve come across and found fascinating,” Holdren stated in an email to media. “Apparently, people really like them. Read More

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