By the #s: NM lobbyists have already spent $1.25M this year — building on new record
New Mexico lobbyists have spent about $1.25 million so far in 2025, fueling a record year as interest groups amplify influence amid an active legislative session.
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Filming on 'The Mold' wraps in Albuquerque
“The Mold,” a dystopian thriller filmed in Albuquerque and directed by Mason McDonald, has wrapped production with a crew of more than 50 New Mexico residents and a story rooted in the state’s film community.
New Mexico school districts split $35 million in state funds for school security improvements
New Mexico public schools are receiving $35 million in state funding to improve campus safety, with the money distributed among more than 60 districts for facility and technology upgrades.
New Mexico opens Mexico City office to strengthen trade, tourism ties
New Mexico officials have opened a new Economic Development and Tourism office in Mexico City, more than 1,200 miles from the state, to deepen trade and cultural partnerships with Mexico.
Vasquez backs bill to extend federal health insurance tax credits
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez has co-sponsored a bipartisan measure to extend federal health insurance tax credits set to expire this year, aiming to keep premiums stable for thousands of residents in southern New Mexico.
Lujan Grisham signs NM vaccine bill passed in special session
Gov. Lujan Grisham signs SB 3, allowing New Mexico to adopt vaccine guidance from professional bodies beyond federal recommendations.
NM GOP says ‘biased’ legislative presenter underplayed need for health care reform
Republican legislators say a presenter to the interim Health & Human Services Committee underplayed physician shortages in New Mexico, misused national data and ignored state-specific trends.
MVD pauses commercial license renewals for some foreign drivers
New Mexico’s Motor Vehicle Division has paused commercial license renewals for some foreign drivers after new federal rules took effect Sept. 29.
Census: New Mexico leads nation in reducing child poverty
New U.S. Census Bureau data show New Mexico reduced child poverty by 3.2%, the biggest drop nationwide, driven by targeted state programs and tax reforms.
