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Stansbury Votes ‘No’ On GOP Tax Bill After 29-Hour Fight

CONGRESSIONAL News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) released the following statement after House Republicans narrowly passed their H.R. 1 tax bill by one vote after 29 straight hours of debate.

Watch Rep. Stansbury break down the bill here and here

“Today, the GOP showed who they’re really fighting for in passing a shameful package that will strip millions of veterans, working families, and children of access to healthcare and food assistance—in order to provide permanent tax breaks to billionaires. In so doing, nearly 14 million Americans will lose access to Read More

Los Alamos Historical Society Announces Enterprise Bank & Trust’s $500,000 Contribution Toward Restoration Of Historic Oppenheimer House

Enterprise Bank & Trust Market President Liddie Martinez presents a $500,000 check to Los Alamos Historical Society Executive Director Todd Nickols Thursday inside the Oppenheimer House, symbolizing the launch of a major fundraising campaign partnership in support of the historic Oppenheimer House restoration project. Photo by Donavan Price

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
caclark@ladailypost.com

The Los Alamos Historical Society (LAHS) announces the launch of a major fundraising campaign partnership with Enterprise Bank & Trust in support of the historic Oppenheimer Read More

Republican Governors’ Response To Georgia’s Gubernatorial Democrat Primary

RGA News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Republican Governors Association (RGA) issued the following statement in response to Keisha Lance Bottoms’ announcement that she is entering the Georgia gubernatorial race, joining Jason Esteves in the Democratic primary: 

“The gubernatorial primary is shaping up to be nothing but disappointing for Georgia Democrats. Keisha Lance Bottoms’ record as Mayor is one that was a disaster for Atlanta — crime skyrocketed, with incidents of homicide, rape, aggravated assault all surging due to her failed policies. Atlanta was drastically unsafe under Bottoms, Read More

Launch Event For New Tech Careers Opportunity For Veterans

Ashley Richardson at the Military World Games in 2015. Courtesy photo

NMEDD News:

SANTA FE — Nonprofit VetsinTech is launching a New Mexico Chapter to support the state’s veterans and growing technology sector. The launch event on May 23 in Santa Fe will facilitate networking and highlight career opportunities.

VetsinTech is a nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses secure tech careers through education, employment, and entrepreneurship (“the 3 E’s”).

“New Mexico is home to two national laboratories, two Air Force Research Laboratory Read More

Republican Governors Issue Joint Letter To Senate Leadership Supporting Repeal Of California’s EV Rules

RGA News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Republican governors sent a joint letter to Senate Majority Leader John Thune thanking him for his support of the Senate’s work to roll back burdensome regulations through the Congressional Review Act (CRA) and to encourage the use of the CRA to stop the radical unelected bureaucrats in California from dictating rules that negatively affect the quality of life, jobs, and commerce in states across the nation. 

In part, the governors wrote:

“Toward the end of the Biden administration, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a rule approving California’s Read More

Rep. Stansbury Becomes Dem Vice Chair Of Congressional Native American Caucus For The 119th Congress

U.S. CONGRESS News:

WASHINTGON D.C. — Co-Chairs of the Congressional Native American Caucus, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) and Congresswoman Sharice Davids (KS-03), announced the new Vice Chairs of the Caucus on May 20. Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) will serve as the Democrat Vice Chair, and Congressman Nick Begich (AK) will serve as the Republican Vice Chair.

After selecting the Vice Chairs, the Representatives released the following statements: 

“I am honored and humbled to have the opportunity to serve as Vice Chair for the Native American Caucus. It is our duty to ensure that Read More

Republican Governors Stand United In Support Of President Trump And The One, Big, Beautiful Bill

RGA News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Republican governors sent a joint letter on May 20 to President Trump supporting the One, Big, Beautiful Bill to permanently secure the border, unleash American energy, and give working class families tax cuts worth thousands of dollars each. 
 
In part, the governors wrote: 
 
“As Republican Governors, we stand UNITED in strong support of your One, Big, Beautiful Bill. This landmark piece of legislation embodies your powerful vision to bring about the next great American revival. It truly delivers on the bold promises all Republicans made to the American people Read More

New Mexico House Premieres During SXSW 2025, Bringing Los Alamos To Austin

Los Alamos-based UbiQD CEO Hunter McDaniel, center, chats with participants and attendees during SXSW 2025 in March in downtown Austin, at the launch of New Mexico House, a day-long showcase celebrating the state’s innovation, culture, and economic opportunities. Courtesy/NMEDD

NMEDD News:

  • With support from UbiQD, LANL, RDC, and other local orgs, the inaugural event connects New Mexico’s film, art, and tech talent with a global audience during the city’s premier tech and culture convergence.

New Mexico made a spirited debut on the global stage Read More

County Council Proclaims May 2025 ‘Older Americans Month In Los Alamos’

Los Alamos County Council Chair Theresa Cull, second from left, presents a proclamation designating May 2025 ‘Older Americans Month in Los Alamos’ during a special gathering Friday at the White Rock Senior Activity Center. Courtesy/LAC
 Los Alamos County Council Chair Theresa Cull reads a proclamation designating May 2025 ‘Older Americans Month in Los Alamos’ during a special gathering Friday at the White Rock Senior Activity Center. Courtesy/LAC 

Los Alamos County Council Chair Theresa Cull, right, at the special gathering Friday at the White Rock Senior Activity Center. Courtesy/LAC  Read More