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Luján: It’s Time House Republicans End Political Games, Allow Vote to End Shutdown

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U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján

U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District released the following statement on the government shutdown and House Republicans’ refusal to allow a vote on the Senate-passed Continuing Resolution:

“Enough is enough. New Mexico families are hurting as workers have been off the job for days and critical services have been delayed. It is long past time for Congress to act to end the government shutdown and make sure that the employees who have been furloughed through no fault of their own are made whole. It is long past time Read More

Heinrich on Thursday’s Capitol Hill Incident

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Sen. Martin Heinrich

U.S. SENATE News:

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., was in his office in the Hart Senate Building in Washington. D.C., Thursday when gunshots were reported. The Senator and the few staffers who were working quickly followed procedure, locking the doors and gathering in a designated secure place in the office, while the police worked to secure the area, Heinrich said in a statement. Unaccounted for staff were contacted and told to stay away from the building.
“On behalf of everyone in my office, I want to thank the Capitol Police and our first responders for the risks
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2014 National Merit Scholarship Program Commends Eight Los Alamos Students For Exceptional Academic Promise

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LAHS News:

Eight Los Alamos High School students have been named Commended Students in the 2014 National Merit Scholarship Program:

  • Charlotte Berg;
  • Matthew Davenport;
  • Justine Dombrowski;
  • Victoria Hypes; Ariel Koh;
  • Charles Mielke; Nathan Phillps; and
  • Jing Xie. 

A letter of Commendation from the school and National Scholarship Corporation (NMSC), which conducts the program, will be presented by the principal to these scholastically talented seniors. 

About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Commended Read More

Luján Statement on Government Shutdown

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U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District released the following statement on the government shutdown.
 
“I am deeply disappointed that House Republicans’ continued efforts to undermine the Affordable Care Act have forced a government shutdown. The Affordable Care Act is the law of the land – upheld by the Supreme Court and accepted by the American people in the last election.  
 
“It is clear that House Republicans would rather see the government shut down, New Mexico workers furloughed, and services halted Read More

Celebrate 95 Years of Scouting in Los Alamos

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SCOUTING News:

Oct. 1, 1918 is the official start date of Scouting in Los Alamos. The Los Alamos Ranch School near Otowi, New Mexico, chartered Boy Scout Troop 22 under school Director and Scoutmaster A.J. Connell.

For more than 25 years, the Los Alamos Ranch School’s program was integrated with the Boy Scout program and had the distinction of being the only mounted troop – each boy was assigned a horse to care for and ride.

A typical day for the Scouts included schoolwork in the in the morning and outdoor activities in the afternoon. Some of the activities included working in food gardens, helping Read More

Pearce Vows to Pay Back Salary During Shutdown

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U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce

U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:

U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce released a statement saying that the Senate must join the House and end the government shutdown.

As of tonight (Monday), the Democrat-controlled Senate has refused to pass any of the three continuing resolutions proposed by the House of Representatives. As a result, the federal government will shut down until an agreement can be reached to resume government funding.

“I have always believed that Congress should be held to the same standards as everyone else,” Pearce said. “As a result, I have made the difficult decision Read More

Udall Statement on Government Shutdown

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U.S. SENATE News:

 

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall released the following statement:

 

“A small minority of extremists in the Republican party is now holding the entire country hostage over a law that has cleared the Congress and the Supreme Court, and survived a presidential election. Insisting on a government shutdown to prove a point isn’t leadership, it’s a temper tantrum, and the American people are rightly disgusted.

 

“In New Mexico, the impacts of a shutdown will be felt immediately as our civilian employees are sent home from military installations, Read More

Government Shuts Down … Now What?

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Members of the Cabinet watch as President Obama makes a televised statement earlier today in the Roosevelt Room of the White House about the looming government shutdown. Official White House Photo by David Lienemann

WHITE HOUSE News:

President Obama delivered remarks from the White House Press Briefing Room today about what the shutdown will mean for the country.

While some services will continue –- social security checks, postal service, operations related to national security or public safety –- a number of changes will go into effect immediately.

Office buildings will close. Paychecks Read More

Governor Promotes Employment Connection Offices for Workers 50 & Older

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STATE News:

SANTA FE – Gov. Susana Martinez wants to remind New Mexicans 50 and older about a program that can help them find work.

The 50+ Employment Connection at the Aging and Long-Term Services Department provides general job search assistance for anyone 50 years and older. Staff and volunteers can help polish resumes, develop “networking” cards, and help with interview skills and computer tutoring.

The Aging Department held an informational event Friday at the Santa Fe 50+ Employment Connection Center at the Toney Anaya Building, 2550 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe (505-476-4623.) Read More

Udall Responds to Latest Push by House to Shut Down Government

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U.S. SENATE News:

 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, D-N.N., released the following statement on the latest attempt by the U.S. House of Representatives to push the nation to a government shutdown:

 

“Shutting down the government over an issue that was settled in the last election isn’t leadership, it’s political gamesmanship at its worst. 

 

“A shutdown would cause hardship for thousands of people in New Mexico, hurt our already struggling economy, and delay military pay and veterans’ benefits. It would be an insult to the workers at Read More