Governor Acts on 11 Pieces of Legislation
Gov. Susana Martinez
STATE News:
SANTA FE—Gov. Susana Martinez signed House Bill 99 into law Sunday. House Bill 99, Adult Fall Risk and Awareness Program, provides $100,000 in recurring funds to the Department of Health (DOH) to establish a statewide program to promote adult fall risk awareness, education, training and prevention, as well as to track and analyze data for adult fall risk.
This legislation passed both the New Mexico Senate and House of Representatives with strong bipartisan support.
Martinez also acted on the following legislation:
- Signed SB 81 –
Students with Asthma and Allergic Reactions Can Be Treated in Emergency Situations
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE – Gov. Susana Martinez has signed legislation to allow school nurses to administer medication for asthma attacks and allergic reactions even if students do not have a prescription, a measure that could save lives.
“When a student suffers from an allergic reaction or an asthma attack, every second counts. The longer it takes to provide treatment, the greater the risk,” Martinez said. “By signing today’s bill, a school nurse will now be able to administer the medicine a student needs. This law can and will save lives.”
School nurses already provide medications Read More
Gov. Signs Legislation For Voluntary Statewide Community Health Worker Training …
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE—Gov. Susana Martinez has signed legislation to create a voluntary statewide community health worker training and certification program.
“Community health workers are an important piece of our health care workforce, particularly in rural and underserved areas of New Mexico,” Martinez said. “By establishing uniform professional standards, more New Mexicans who seek to further their careers as health care professionals will be able to serve our families and communities while continuing to deliver the high-quality care New Mexicans need and deserve.”
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Governor Signs Alternative Fuel Bill
Gov. Susana Martinez
STATE News:
SANTA FE–Gov. Susana Martinez signed House Bill 30 (HB 30) sponsored by Rep. Roberto “Bobby” Gonzales, D-Taos and Senate Majority Whip Tim Keller, D-Bernalillo.
The legislation adjusts and equalizes tax rates among different fuel types, eliminates outdated obstacles to alternative fuel use and streamlines administrative processes. HB 30 has the endorsement of the Legislative Transportation Infrastructure Revenue Subcommittee.
“I’m very pleased that this legislation was signed by the Governor,” Keller said. “These changes will clear the path for Read More
Santa Fe National Forest Workshops to Develop Public Participation Strategy
SFNF News:
Santa Fe National Forest will host two workshops next week to develop a public participation strategy for the Forest Plan revision. The public is invited to participate.
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March 11 – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Española at the NM National Guard Armory, 705 Industrial Park Road; and
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March 12 – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Santa Fe at the Santa Fe Community College, Jemez Rooms 2 & 3, 6401 Richard Ave.
What is the purpose of the workshop?
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Create a meaningful dialogue between Santa Fe National Forest staff and members of the public regarding planning and public participation
Ben Ray Luján Garners 98.43 Percent of Delegate Vote at Pre-Primary Convention
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
POLITICAL News:
SANTA FE – Ben Ray Luján earned overwhelming support at Saturday’s Democratic Pre-Primary Convention in his bid for re-election to New Mexico’s Third Congressional District. Lujan earned a spot on the Democratic primary ticket by winning 98 percent of the delegate vote. He captured 566 of the 575 delegate votes cast. This marks the second consecutive pre-primary convention in which Luján has secured over 90 percent of the vote.
“I have been honored to serve the people of New Mexico and the only Congressional District I have called home. This Read More
Daylight Saving Time Begins Today
Staff Report:
Daylight Saving Time began at 2 a.m. today. Springing forward may seem simple enough, but daylight saving’s history has actually been quite complex—and misconceptions about it persist today. While preparing to reset clocks, watches, alarms and microwaves, explore eight facts about daylight saving time:
- It’s “daylight saving time,” not “daylight savings time.” Many people render the term’s second word in its plural form. However, since the word “saving” acts as part of an adjective rather than a verb, the singular is grammatically correct.
- Though in favor of maximizing daylight
Los Alamos Speech and Debate Guild Hosts New Mexico CHILE Qualifier
Los Alamos speech and debate participants from left, Jemima Spill, Anna Tompkins and Andrew Hollis, Courtesy/Diane TompkinsFor three days last week, 42 home educated speech and debate competitors participated in the National Christian Forensics and Communications Association (NCFCA) New Mexico CHILE Qualifier.
The Los Alamos Speech and Debate Guild (LASDG) hosted the event, held Feb. 27, 28, and March 1 at Crossroads Bible Church.
Students traveled from Montana, Utah and Colorado to Los Alamos to vie for a limited number of slots that would advance them to the
American Legion Post 90 Honors WWII/Korea Veteran Wendell Armour of Los Alamos
From left, Wendell Armour is honored with an American flag by American Legion Post 90 members Mark Hamilton, Ken Nadeau and Ed Miller. Photo by Leland Lehman/ladailypost.com
Wendell Armour rides his scooter. Photo by Christine Bullock
Staff Report:
Members of the Los Alamos American Legion Post 90 presented an American flag to Wendell Armour Thursday in appreciation of his service in WWII and Korea.
Armour is one of the most decorated veterans in Los Alamos. He received Purple Hearts, Bronze and Silver Stars and several other awards including the Combat Infantry Badge.
Wendell is 92 Read More
AAUW Forum: ‘Furor in the Muslim World’
Lt. Col. Ed Rau (retired). Courtesy/AAUW
AAUW News:
Lt. Col. Ed Rau (retired) will discuss the political situation in the Middle East at a public forum sponsored by the American Association of University Women (AAUW) 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 20 at Mesa Public Library (upstairs meeting rooms).
Rau will focus especially on the countries of Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Yemen, Iraq, Turkey, Libya, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Palestine.
He will discuss the historical background, current players, costs of conflicts and possible hopeful outcomes in the Read More
