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Lujan Grisham to push immigrant detention ban in next legislative session

Although it will not be on her agenda for the upcoming special legislative session, an advisor to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D-NM) said she will make passage of a bill banning immigrant detention in New Mexico a top priority next year.  “The governor intends to include this legislation in the January regular session call in […]

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GOP blasts governor’s special session priorities

Republicans are unimpressed with the priorities that Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, D-NM, laid out Thursday for an upcoming special legislative session, arguing that it should focus more on addressing crime and medical malpractice reform rather than looming federal budget cuts.  Lujan Grisham on Thursday invoked her authority under Article IV of the New Mexico Constitution […]

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Governor calls special session to address federal budget cuts

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced Thursday she will convene a special legislative session beginning Oct. 1 to address what she described as severe federal budget cuts that threaten essential services across New Mexico. The Democratic governor said the session aims to protect state programs from reductions stemming from federal legislation signed by President Donald Trump […]

Rep. Anaya to host town hall on medical malpractice reform

State Rep. Marianna Anaya will host a public town hall later this month to discuss New Mexico’s medical malpractice laws and explore solutions to healthcare workforce shortages and safety concerns. The Democratic legislator representing Albuquerque’s District 18 has scheduled the forum for August 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Presbyterian Immanuel Nob Hill, located […]

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New Mexico launches ‘NM 1776’ to commemorate America’s founding

The New Mexico Semi-Quincentennial Commission has announced the official launch of “NM 1776,” a statewide initiative designed to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the United States of America.  This commemoration aims to bridge a national historical moment with New Mexico’s rich and diverse history, […]