Politics

Vasquez Introduces Bipartisan ‘Secure Our Skies Drone Safety Act’ To Modernize Law Enforcement Efforts

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U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez

STATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) introduced the bipartisan Secure Our Skies Drone Safety Act to ensure that law enforcement agencies’ use of drones and counter-drone technology are keeping pace with rapidly evolving threats to public safety and national security.

Law enforcement officers have applauded this Fraternal Order of Police-endorsed bill as a definitive step forward for public safety.

“Bad actors are rapidly innovating and increasing their use of drones to chip away at our public safety and national security,” Vasquez said. Read More

Walsh Welcomes Energy Secretary Chris Wright To Hanford

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Secretary of Energy Chris Wright tours the Waste Treatment Plant at Hanford with the Assistant Secretary for the Office of Environmental Management Tim Walsh. Courtesy/DOE

Assistant Secretary for the Office of Environmental Management Tim Walsh speaks with the Hanford workforce. Courtesy/DOE

DOE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Assistant Secretary Tim Walsh welcomed U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright to the Hanford Site last week.

“I was honored to show U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright the tremendous progress on full display at Hanford,” Assistant Secretary Walsh said. “I congratulate Read More

Deb Haaland Tours CNM’s Workforce Training Facilities, Showcases Trade Job Opportunities

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Courtesy photo

Courtesy photo

STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE — Deb Haaland, candidate for Governor of New Mexico, toured Central New Mexico Community College’s Ted Chavez Trades and Technologies Center to be briefed on workforce training programs. This visit showcased job and education opportunities in the trades, as the workforce retires and as prices rise with New Mexicans needing high-paying jobs.

Haaland is a proponent of programs that support students who do not want to follow the ‘traditional’ college route, and as governor plans to establish a career pathways program that aims to bring Read More

New Southwest Coalition For Life Leader To Head Multi-State Expansion Of Pro-Woman Birthing Centers

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SOUTHWEST COALITION News:

LAS CRUCES — the new Chief Operating Officer of Southwest Coalition for Life, Mayra Rodiguez is advancing a new model for the future of serving pregnant mothers. After exposing Planned Parenthood’s deceit of women and achieving a landmark victory over the abortion giant in court, Rodriguez is now a champion for authentic women’s health.

“From the heart of Mexico City to the corridors of women’s healthcare in the United States, my journey has always been about serving women,” said Rodriguez, who once ran three Planned Parenthood centers and will now lead a network Read More

DFA: $50 Million In Recreation Grants For Communities

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DFA News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) announced $50 million in grants to support the development and expansion of recreational facilities, trails and parks across New Mexico.

“From splash pads in Hatch to walking paths in Carlsbad to rodeo arena improvements— these investments give New Mexicans more places to gather, play, and stay active,” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said. 

With this grant cycle, DFA has funded 128 projects, representing a $142.5 million investment as part of the state’s ongoing commitment to improving quality of life, strengthening Read More

Heinrich Statement On Blocked ACA Tax Credit Extension & Raising Health Care Premiums

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U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) released the following statement after Senate Republicans blocked the Lower Health Care Costs Act, legislation led by Senate Democrats, which extends the Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium tax credits through 2028. With Congressional Republicans and President Trump blocking this bill—alongside Republicans in the New Mexico state legislature refusing to call on Trump to address skyrocketing health care costs—Republicans are effectively raising the cost of health care for New Mexico families.

“Working families are Read More

District 1199 New Mexico Endorses Sam Bregman For Governor, Citing Comprehensive Healthcare Plan

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From the Sam Bregman for Governor Campaign:

ALBUQUERQUE — Democratic gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman, announced the endorsement of District 1199 New Mexico, a leading union representing healthcare workers across the state.

District 1199 New Mexico’s leadership highlighted Bregman’s platform, which focuses on increasing access to care, ensuring adequate staffing levels, and improving working conditions for all healthcare professionals. The union specifically recognized Bregman’s commitment to protecting essential healthcare jobs and making critical investments Read More

Stansbury Introduces CLAIM Act To Advance Fair Mining Claims, Protect Public Lands

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U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury

CONGRESS News:

WASHINTON, D.C. — Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM) today introduced the Conserving Lands and Areas Incompatible with Mining (CLAIM) Act of 2025. This legislation seeks to modernize mining fee practices on federal lands and ensure the public is properly compensated after years of taxpayer giveaways to large corporate mining companies.

In a massive giveaway to mining companies that were already benefitting from an outdated mining fee system from the 1800s, Trump and the GOP’s Big, Ugly Bill—provided additional massive giveaways to large Read More

Heinrich On Permitting Reform At Semafor’s Principals Event

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U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, answers questions on future permitting legislation in Congress, Dec. 9, 2025. Courtesy photo

U.S. SENATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Tuesday night, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, spoke at Semafor’s Principals Live – Powering America’s Future event in D.C. about permitting reform legislation in Congress. 

During the fireside chat moderated by Semafor’s Congressional Bureau Chief Burgess Everett, Heinrich Read More