Governors Issue Joint Letter Against Proposal To Disrupt State Marketplaces & Limit Access To Health Insurance
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
STATE News:
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek issued a joint letter to Peter Nelson, Director of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
The letter is in response to the Marketplace Integrity and Affordability Proposed Rule (CMS-9884-P “Proposed Rule”), which would restrict states’ ability to regulate their health insurance marketplaces, causing confusion among customers, limiting enrollment options for low-income families, Read More
Jacqueline R. Medina Selected Chief Judge Of New Mexico Court Of Appeals
Chief Judge Jacqueline R. Medina
State Court of Appeals News:
SANTA FE – Judge Jacqueline R. Medina is the new Chief Judge of the New Mexico Court of Appeals, selected by a peer vote.
She is serving a two-year term, and succeeded Judge Jennifer L. Attrep, who held the position since 2023. The chief judge is the administrative authority over the 10-member court’s budget, personnel and general operations, and continues to hear cases.
“It is a great honor and privilege to lead the Court of Appeals and work with its dedicated judges and staff for the people of New Mexico,” Chief Judge Medina said.
Chief Read More
Luján Convenes Roundtable Discussion On Tariffs With Business Leaders And Tours Veterans Integration Center
Sen. Ben Ray Luján holds a roundtable discussion Tuesday with business leaders at the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce. Courtesy photo
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján:
ALBUQUERQUE — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Committee on Finance, held a roundtable discussion Tuesday with business leaders and workers on President Trump’s “reckless tariffs and its impacts on the New Mexico economy” at the Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce. During the roundtable, Luján engaged in a conversation with representatives from the chambers of commerce to hear Read More
Coronado Historic Site Teaches Gardening Techniques April 30
NMHS News:
Spring has sprung at Kuaua Pueblo at Coronado Historic Site—learn the old New Mexico ways of planting a garden.
Coronado Historic Site’s Ranger Anthony will demonstrate different gardening techniques 10:30 a.m.- noon Wednesday, April 30. Each month he will focus on a different aspect of garden care and maintenance. This month he’ll show how to turn over soil using hand tools, then plant seeds and irrigate using sunken beds for flood irrigation. Bring water and wear comfortable clothes, a hat, and shoes you can get dirty. All topics are subject to change. Weather and garden growth Read More
Public Education Department Approves Re-Envisioned High School Mathematics Pathways
NMPED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) announced the approval of re-envisioned high school mathematics pathways and courses.
Mathematics pathways are sequences of math courses designed to align with students’ academic interests and career goals.
“When students are guided down new pathways that ignite curiosity and connect math to their personal goals, excitement and enthusiasm flourish,” Public Education Secretary Mariana D. Padilla said.
The re-envisioned high school math pathways were developed by a working group after the 2024 Legislature Read More
Governor Signs Kinship Caregiver Support Pilot Program
ALTSD News:
SANTA FE — April 9, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed House Bill 252 into law, creating a new program to support grandparents and other relatives who step in to raise children when parents are unable to do so.
The Kinship Caregiver Support Pilot Program, led by the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) will connect eligible caregivers with essential services, including case management, legal assistance, mental health support and respite care.
“Too often kinship caregivers—especially grandparents—are left to navigate complex systems alone while providing Read More
Stansbury, Warren, Democratic Leaders Introduce Bill To Rein In Musk, Special Government Employees (SGEs)
U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury
STATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) and Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) introduced the SGE Ethics Enforcement & Reform (SEER) Act, a bill to strengthen transparency and ethics requirements for Special Government Employees (SGEs). The bill would rein in Elon Musk by restricting certain SGEs from officially communicating with agencies and offices that regulate or contract with large companies owned by the SGE.
Reps. Stephen Lynch (MA-08), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC), Betty McCollum (MN-04), and Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) joined Read More
Taos Regional Landfill Board Secures $8M In State Funding For Taos ‘Clean Spaces, Strong Communities’ Plan
TAOS News:
The Taos Regional Landfill Board announced today that it has been awarded $8 million from the State of New Mexico’s capital outlay funding to support the Taos Clean Spaces, Strong Communities plan.
This funding is the result of a collaborative, region-wide public-private effort aimed at implementing and operating a comprehensive waste diversion and trash reduction program to improve cleanliness, increase environmental sustainability, and beautify the Taos region. The project is coordinated by the Taos Regional Landfill Board with the Town of Taos as the fiscal agent.
“The Read More
Measles Case Diagnosed In Doña Ana County
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) reports an unvaccinated child in Doña Ana County has been diagnosed with measles – the first measles case in that county.
The Doña Ana County case plus four additional cases among unvaccinated people in Lea County brings the total number of measles cases in New Mexico to 63.
Due to the ongoing risk of exposure to measles, New Mexico Department of Health recommends a dose of measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) vaccine for infants aged 6-11 months who live in Doña Ana County, or who will be traveling to Doña Ana and Lea Counties.
“Given Read More
New Mexico State Police Crime Suppression Agents Apprehend Homicide Suspect And Arrest Two For Drug Trafficking During Route 66 Operation
ALBUQUERQUE – On April 14, 2025, while supporting the ongoing Route 66 Operation, New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Crime Suppression Agents successfully apprehended a homicide suspect and arrested two individuals involved in narcotics trafficking.
During the evening hours, agents received information about the location of homicide suspect Ronald Edward Raymond, 67, who had an active arrest warrant out of Sierra County. He was found at a residence in Albuquerque. Throughout the operation, public announcements and police sirens were repeatedly used to encourage the suspect to surrender. Read More
