Hundreds of local activists gathered at the Santa Fe Capitol to participate in a national protest called the “50501 Movement” to denounce President Trump’s presidency …
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 Monday with just a few …
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 Western New Mexico University officials …
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.
New Mexicans hope lawmakers tackle rising youth crime
The New Mexico Legislature is set to begin a 60-day session Jan. 21, and with a rise in crime among teenagers, residents and members of …
New era in women’s health begins with Trump presidency
Voters reelected Donald Trump president on Nov. 5, sending the former president to the White House for a second term and leaving many New Mexicans …
Pushing for progress: How this legislative session could reshape paid family medical leave rights
The Paid Family and Medical Leave Act, a long-debated topic in New Mexico, is set to return in the 2025 legislative session. Originally introduced in …
Redistricting commission proposal returns to 2025 legislative session
A resolution advocating for the creation of an independent redistricting commission is set to return to the legislative session in January 2025. The proposal aims …