Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is trying once again to create an Office of Housing within the executive branch of state…
Q&A: NM Open Elections Executive Director lobbies for election accessibility
As politicians and lobbyists get settled into this year’s legislative session, New Mexico Open Elections and NM Voters First Executive…
Lawmakers consider shield law for journalists
A freshman lawmaker hopes to broaden protections for journalists and their sources amid fears of government overreach.
LGBTQ group backs internet privacy law
A bill designed to protect New Mexicans’ data from federal scrutiny has the backing of a local LGBTQ rights group.
Pared-down gun seizure bill clears second committee
A bill that would make it easier and faster for police to seize guns belonging to a person deemed a…
Trio of behavioral health bills clears first committee
A three-bill bundle addressing behavioral health in New Mexico (including a new $1 billion fund) moved through its first committee…
Attorney general announces university accountability legislation
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced legislation Monday in response to allegations of financial waste, fraud and abuse among…
Federal money reaches state accounts after funding freeze
How were New Mexicans affected by the president's federal funding freeze?
Bill would expand student aid for immigrants regardless of legal status
Some state lawmakers want to make sure all New Mexicans can attend state colleges and universities, regardless of immigration status.
