Politics

Heinrich Honors César E. Chávez Legacy, Will Join Community At 23rd Annual Parade In Albuquerque

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Civil rights leader César E. Chávez
 
U.S. SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., a member of the Senate Democratic Hispanic Task Force, cosponsored a resolution to honor the legacy of civil rights leader César E. Chávez.
 
Heinrich will join community members at the 23rd annual César E. Chávez Day Parade Saturday, March 26, in Albuquerque.
 
“César Chávez was a visionary leader and champion of justice, tirelessly fighting for better working conditions and fair wages. He inspired a generation of
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Luján Introduces Save For Success Act To Help Hard-Working Families Save For College

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U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
 
STATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District introduced legislation today to help hard-working families save for college. 
 
At a time when 70 percent of graduating seniors have an average student loan debt of $28,950, the Save for Success Act reforms the American Opportunity College Tax Credit (AOTC) to increase its impact and encourage saving for college.
 
Created in 2009, the American Opportunity College Tax Credit allows families with college expenses to receive a $2,500 tax credit
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Brunner: Five Ways To Advance New Mexico’s Economy

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By TERRY BRUNNER
Rural Development
New Mexico State Director

While the rest of the country is well on its way to recovery from the 2008 recession, New Mexico continues to limp along with less than 1 percent economic growth and rising unemployment.

Moody’s Investors Services predicts New Mexico is on the downward spiral into another recession.

Thanks to the leadership of President Obama and our congressional delegation, one of the few bright spots in our state’s economy is the federal government’s billions of dollars of investments each year. As New Mexico State Director for the United States Read More

Heinrich, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Announce $1 Million Annually For Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge

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U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich with members of the Rocky Mountain Youth Corps Tuesday at the Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge. Courtesy photo 

From The Office Of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:

ALBUQUERQUE – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., a member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director Dan Ashe announced Tuesday that the Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge will receive $1 million in additional annual funding to engage urban communities and youth in conservation and outdoor recreation.

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Governor: Operation Lilly Nets More than 1,600 Citations For Dangerous Driving

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Gov. Susana Martinez

STATE News:

SANTA FE – Gov. Susana Martinez and Mayor Richard J. Berry announced Monday that law enforcement issued more than 1,600 citations for dangerous driving through Operation Lilly, a coordinated effort to crack down on road rage in Albuquerque.

Mayor Richard J. Berry

Operation Lilly, named after the 4-year-old girl who was shot and killed in a road rage incident last year, was led by the New Mexico State Police and in partnership with the Albuquerque Police Department and the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office. Together, law enforcement officers cracked down Read More

Apply Now For 2016 FEMA Individual And Community Preparedness Awards

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FEMA News:
 
DENTON, Texas ― The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is accepting applications for the 2016 Individual and Community Preparedness Awards through March 28.
 
The awards highlight innovative community preparedness practices and achievements by individuals and organizations. The recognition goes to reward outstanding contributions in making communities safer, stronger, better prepared and more resilient.
 
Emergency management is most effective when the entire community is engaged and involved. Everyone, including faith-based
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Heinrich Secures New Active Duty Mission At White Sands Missile Range

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SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON, D.C. ­― U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., a member of the U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee, announced that the U.S. Army will station a new active duty mission at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) in New Mexico.
 
The 143-soldier Air Defense Artillery Test Detachment will support Army Missile Defense programs to ensure the best equipment is in the hands of soldiers deployed around the world.
 
“White Sands Missile Range is a national treasure for the U.S. military with its unique terrain, airspace, and expertise that cannot
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White House To Host Water Summit … Los Alamos Watershed Research Among Featured Projects

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LANL News:

On Tuesday, March 22—World Water Day—the Administration will host a White House Water Summit to raise awareness of the national importance of water and to highlight new commitments and announcements that the Administration and non-Federal institutions are making to build a sustainable water future.

A project from Los Alamos National Laboratory will be among the research areas featured.

Safe, sufficient, and reliable water resources are essential to the functioning of every aspect and sector of U.S. society, including agricultural and energy production, industry and economic Read More

NMED Calls On EPA To Reimburse $1.5 Million For Emergency Response To Gold King Mine Spill

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NMED News:
 
SANTA FE ― On Friday March 11 the New Mexico Environment Department called upon the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to reimburse $1,505,155 for short-term emergency response activities associated with the Gold King Mine spill.  
 
On Aug. 5 an EPA work crew triggered the Gold King blowout near Silverton, CO that released three million gallons of contaminated water into a creek that flowed into the Animas, then San Juan Rivers. New Mexico’s initial response and monitoring costs of $1.5 million encompass 14 New Mexico state agencies, academic
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Los Alamos GOP Hosts Patriot’s Day Celebration

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GOP News:

The community is invited to come to the Los Alamos Republican Party’s Patriot’s Day Celebration. This event is for everyone – young, old and in between!

  • Saturday, April 16, 6-8 p.m.
  • Church of Christ on Diamond Drive

We have a GREAT speaker coming – Harrison Jack Schmitt. He was the first scientist in space on Apollo 17. He is a geologist, university professor and former U.S. senator from the great state of New Mexico.

This is a casual event and there will be activities for the kids, a photo booth and great food. Also there will be candidates for the New Mexico Primary
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