Lujan Grisham nixes lobbying transparency bill
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham vetoed a bill that would have increased transparency around lobbying in New Mexico. Lawmakers say her decision protects the status quo and leaves the public in the dark.
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Amanda López Askin launches campaign for New Mexico Secretary of State
Doña Ana County Clerk Amanda López Askin has launched her campaign for New Mexico Secretary of State, pledging to defend voting access, fight misinformation and expand civic engagement.
Heinrich backs bipartisan bill to increase sanctions on Russia over Ukraine war
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich has co-sponsored a bipartisan bill that would impose harsh sanctions on Russia and its supporters if the country refuses to negotiate peace with Ukraine.
Heinrich and Hickenlooper push back against GOP plan to sell public lands
Sens. Martin Heinrich and John Hickenlooper introduced an amendment to block Republican proposals to sell public lands and fund tax breaks for the wealthy.
NM Governor nixes new license plates, state bread, lobbying disclosure
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham vetoed 16 bills on the final day for legislative action, criticizing lawmakers for focusing on symbolic gestures over substantive policy during a session marked by inaction on key public safety and health issues.
Heinrich’s amendment to protect public lands blocked by Senate Republicans
Sen. Martin Heinrich’s amendment to prevent the sale of public lands was blocked by Republicans as part of a broader budget resolution he says benefits billionaires at the expense of working families.