by Rodd Cayton A pair of lobbyists for the City of Albuquerque said the city saw some success in its priorities in the just-concluded legislative session, but that uncertainty in the federal budget and frustration on the part of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham could see the Roundhouse reopened for business twice this year. Al Park, […]
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Posted inAlbuquerque, State Government
Lobbyists tell ABQ city councilors to expect special legislative session
by Rodd Cayton A pair of lobbyists for the City of Albuquerque said the city saw some success in its priorities in the just-concluded legislative session, but that uncertainty in the federal budget and frustration on the part of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham could see the Roundhouse reopened for business twice this year. Al Park, […]
Posted inBernCo, State Government
Your questions about State Fairgrounds changes, answered
City Desk ABQ Staff report Bernalillo County residents have had a lot of questions about proposals to make changes to the State Fairgrounds. The county put together answers for the most frequently asked questions. “The neighborhoods surrounding the state fairgrounds are active and know the solutions needed for the area. This can be the opportunity […]
Posted inNew Mexico, State Government
Former State Sen. Bill O’Neill passes away
By Matthew Reichbach Former State Senator Bill O’Neill, a long-time legislator and poet, passed away recently. The Santa Fe New Mexican reported O’Neill died after a battle with cancer. He was 68. His former colleagues in the state legislature, where he served three four-year terms in the Senate and two two-year terms in the House representing Albuquerque’s North […]
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Former State Sen. Bill O’Neill passes away
By Matthew Reichbach Former State Senator Bill O’Neill, a long-time legislator and poet, passed away recently. The Santa Fe New Mexican reported O’Neill died after a battle with cancer. He was 68. His former colleagues in the state legislature, where he served three four-year terms in the Senate and two two-year terms in the House representing Albuquerque’s North […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, State Government
Rent control advocates vow to try again next year
By Damon Scott New Mexico’s prohibition on rent control will stay in place for at least another year after a bill to repeal it didn’t make it to lawmakers for a vote. The 60-day New Mexico legislative session came to an end Saturday, and along with it, the fate of hundreds of bills. Advocates say […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, State Government
Rent control advocates vow to try again next year
By Damon Scott New Mexico’s prohibition on rent control will stay in place for at least another year after a bill to repeal it didn’t make it to lawmakers for a vote. The 60-day New Mexico legislative session came to an end Saturday, and along with it, the fate of hundreds of bills. Advocates say […]
Posted inBernCo, State Government
Bernalillo County projects received almost $300M in state funding
By Hannah Grover Bernalillo County entities, including the City of Albuquerque, could receive a combined total of $293.6 million of funding for capital outlay projects. Capital outlay is awarded each year during the legislative session to assist local governments and other entities with projects such as infrastructure and construction. The local governments and other entities […]
Posted inBernCo, State Government
Bernalillo County projects received almost $300M in state funding
By Hannah Grover Bernalillo County entities, including the City of Albuquerque, could receive a combined total of $293.6 million of funding for capital outlay projects. Capital outlay is awarded each year during the legislative session to assist local governments and other entities with projects such as infrastructure and construction. The local governments and other entities […]
Posted inState Government, State News
Supporters eye finish line for Idaho Stop bicycling bill
By Damon Scott Members of Albuquerque’s large and vocal bicycling community are excited this week about a bill that’s successfully made its way to the desk of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham before the 2025 legislative session comes to a close Saturday. Senate Bill 73, also known as the Idaho Stop bill, was voted through the […]