Politics

Heinrich, Mullin Reintroduce Bipartisan Indian Buffalo Management Act

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U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) reintroduced the bipartisan Indian Buffalo Management Act, legislation to direct the U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary to coordinate with Tribes and Tribal organizations that have an established buffalo herd and management program, as well as provide resources for Tribes that would like to establish new herds.

“For generations, buffalo have been a critical part of our culture—in New Mexico, the West, and especially in Indian Country. And I Read More

Legislative Education Study Committee To Meet Dec. 17-19

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LESC News:

SANTA FE — The Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC) will meet Wednesday, Dec. 17; Thursday, Dec. 18; and Friday, Dec. 19 in Room 322 at the New Mexico State Capitol.

The three-day meeting will convene lawmakers and state education officials to discuss ongoing public education initiatives and legislative priorities.

Schedule: 

  • Day 1, Dec. 17 — LESC will begin its December hearings with a report on results from the state’s school climate survey, along with recommendations to strengthen the behavioral health workforce in New Mexico’s schools. The committee will also hear
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Denish: Beyond The Inbox—Thoughtful Giving For New Mexico Communities

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By DIANE DENISH
Corner to Corner
diane@dianedenish.com

It’s the Christmas season in New Mexico—the time of giving, of luminarias glowing against winter nights and communities leaning into generosity. The question many of us quietly ask is: to whom should we be giving? Typically, we think first of family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors who have enriched our lives. These are the people for whom we might ask for a wish list or ask, “What do you want from Santa?”

But there are many other requests circulating across the state. December is when New Mexico community organizations send year-end Read More

Effective Citizen Advocacy At The Legislature Jan. 10

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LWV News:

Learn tips from legislators and an experienced lobbyist about how to interact with legislators, speak at hearings and advocate for your cause.

The webinar will take place from 10 a.m.–12 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, 10 a.m. to Noon

Speakers:

Senator Natalie Figueroa (D-Bernalillo) – Senate Education, Senate Tax, Business & Transportation

Republican Representative — Invited

Linda Siegle – Long time lobbyist, president of a consulting firm focused on lobbying the legislature for nonprofit agencies and strategic planning. She is a former member of the Santa Fe County Read More

Heinrich Legislation To Ensure New Mexico Schools Offer More Dairy & Non-Dairy Options Heads To White House

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U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, and the Food and Drug Administration, welcomed the House passage of the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, legislation he cosponsored that will allow schools to provide more dairy options and non-dairy alternatives for school lunches.

Currently, schools participating in the National School Lunch Program must provide milk that is consistent with the most recent Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which means that schools can Read More

Congresswoman Leger Fernández Introduces Lowrider Resolution To Honor Vibrant Tradition

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U.S. CONGRESS News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Teresa Leger Fernández introduced a resolution to celebrate National Lowrider Day on the first Saturday in May. The resolution recognizes lowriders, both the drivers and the cars, and their contributions to the cultural fabric of the United States.

Lowrider culture is a vibrant part of the historical and cultural fabric of the United States, with roots dating to post-World War II Mexican American and Chicano communities across the Southwest. Generations later, lowriders in New Mexico and across the entire country continue to share Read More

Stantec Unveils Development Concepts For State Fairgrounds And International District

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STATE News:

SANTA FE — A private firm hired to develop a master plan for the Albuquerque Fairgrounds has unveiled three conceptual plans for the city’s International District that could lead to the construction of hundreds of new homes, as well as new entertainment venues, green spaces and businesses. 

The proposals developed by Stantec — a global leader in sustainable design and engineering — are intended to generate community discussion and feedback. Planners encourage community input on the specific components of each proposal, which will sharpen the vision for the Fairgrounds.  

The Read More

New Mexico Governor Addresses ACA Tax Credits Block

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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham

From the Office of Gov. Lujan Grisham:

SANTA FE — New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement:

“On Thursday, Senate Republicans in Congress blocked a Democratic proposal to extend Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits for millions of Americans, which will cause healthcare premiums to skyrocket in January. It’s an appalling failure by a Republican Party that is more concerned with placating President Trump than protecting the constituents they were elected to represent.

“My administration saw this coming, which is why we worked with Read More

New Mexico Delegation Urges USPS To Take Urgent Action To Restore Full-Service Postal Operations In Chimayó  

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N.M. DELEGATION News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), and U.S. Reps. Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.) and Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.) sent a letter to Postmaster General David Steiner urging the United States Postal Service (USPS) to take all necessary actions to prioritize and ensure that the rebuilding project for USPS operations in Chimayó is completed in 2026. 

This letter follows the USPS’s repeated failure to provide a clear timeline or adequate information about the construction of a new Chimayó Post Office, which burned down nearly Read More

Fr. Glenn: To Save Civilization

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By Fr. Glenn Jones:

Crime, corruption … disrespect, hatred … vengeance, racism. So many ills in society, and sad to say, there always have been. It is of little surprise that civilizations, regardless of how initially successful, eventually fall when moral depravity becomes widespread; the world has seen it time and time again. But, as the saying goes, those who do not know history are doomed to repeat it. Well, maybe … unless we can break the cycle. But … can we break the cycle, or is humanity destined to perpetually go round and round like a hamster on its wheel? That’s the challenge that society Read More