An analysis of bills from New Mexico and elsewhere shows how states are trying to help or hinder immigration crackdown.
Lawmaker pulls NM public records bill amid backlash from open government group
A two-term Democratic lawmaker has backed away from her proposal to reshape New Mexico’s public records laws, amid criticism from…
What an Office of Housing could do for New Mexico
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…
Local Activists Within the LGBTQ Community Took Part in the ‘50501 Movement’ against Trump and his Recent Policies Affecting Trans Youth
Hundreds of local activists gathered at the Santa Fe Capitol to participate in a national protest called the “50501 Movement”…
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…
