By Hannah Grover About $7.4 million of state capital outlay funding could be coming to Torrance County, while other East Mountains communities also had projects included in the legislation. Capital outlay funding is awarded to local governments through legislation annually. The $7.4 million that Torrance County entities are set to receive is in addition to […]
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New Mexico legislative session: Which bills passed?
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Bill addressing free-roaming horses heads to governor’s desk
By Hannah Grover A bill intended to address the overpopulation of free-roaming horses in parts of New Mexico is awaiting the governor’s signature. House Bill 284 unanimously passed the state Senate on Friday after having passed the House of Representatives on a 54-4 vote in early March. “What we have in New Mexico is an […]
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New Mexico Legislature March 22: A somber conclusion
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Republicans request a special session as legislative session wraps up
By Hannah Grover Republicans say the legislature failed to take meaningful action on crime and healthcare during the 60-day legislative session. During a press conference on Saturday, Republican leaders stated that they have penned a letter requesting Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham call a special session focused on those issues. “We stand here today, facing a […]
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Environmental advocacy groups praise legislative efforts to address climate change
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After overnight mass shooting, governor slams Legislature, says special session likely
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Insurance subpoena bill heads to governor’s desk
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Bill paving the way for low-income utility rates awaits governor’s signature
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Bill increasing royalty rates on top producing oil and gas leases heads to governor’s desk
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