Alicia Manzano speaks about her work as chief of staff to the speaker of the House—and her start as a…
Trump spending cuts please, vex NM lawmakers and advocates
Amid federal funding cuts,
From Carrizozo to Cuba: Rural libraries seek $29.5M in state funds
A bill on the Senate floor could more than double grants for rural libraries.
University police bodycam bill passes first committee
Lawmakers voted Monday, Feb. 24 to advance a bill that would explicitly require university police departments to use body cameras,…
The dark money group fighting medical malpractice reform
As lawmakers meet in the Roundhouse for the 2025 legislative session, New Mexico continues to stare down a health care…
Free college regardless of immigration status? Students like it.
The bill would protect non-citizen students' access to college and scholarships.
Q & A with State Senator Angel Charley
It is the Democratic Senator's first year serving at the Roundhouse. Learn all about her advocacy background and the legislation…
Advocating for Higher Education: Marc Saavedra on Budgeting, Lobbying, and Student Aid
This conversation has been edited and condensed. Marc Saveedrea is the executive director of the New Mexico Council of University…
UNM legislative priorities align with 2040 Goals
Mike Puelle became UNM’s chief government relations officer in 2022 after nearly 30 years in public policy and government relations.…