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Governing Body Considers Cannabis Legislation Tonight

We provide this information describing definitions and recommendations as context for following the proceedings scheduled for the evening session of the meeting;

By City of Santa Fe | Sep 29, 2021

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New Mexico Wild's eNews from the Wilderness | September 2021

Governor Lujan Grisham commits to 30x30 goal!

By New Mexico Wild | Sep 3, 2021

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NM CYFD urged to address child abuse underreporting

By Solange DeLisle | 4 years ago

In response to a noticeable drop in child abuse reporting, the New Mexico Children Youth and Families Department (CYFD) is being urged to address the issue as school shutdowns continue.

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Grisham waits as New Mexico meets ‘gating criteria for reopening’ from COVID-19 shutdowns

By Tamara Browning | 4 years ago

News outlets are reporting that the New Mexico Department of Health’s gating criteria for reopening New Mexico’s society and economy in light of the COVID-19 pandemic have been met as of Aug. 20 even as Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham hasn’t disclosed possible changes to restrictions.

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Oral arguments to begin on case against Grisham

By Tamara Browning | 4 years ago

Oral arguments before New Mexico Supreme Court justices in the case questioning New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s authority in issuing a COVID-19 public health order to prohibit restaurants from offering indoor dining will be live streamed at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26.

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Grisham reduces funding to local governments not complying with guidelines

By Elle Johnson | 4 years ago

New Mexico House GOP leaders are calling out Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham for unfairness in COVID-19 relief with CARES Act funding.

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New Mexico seeks stimulus funding as federal deficit continues to rise

By Michael Pineda | 4 years ago

All eyes are on Washington D.C. as legislators and the White House hammer out details for the next stimulus package that states like New Mexico hope will provide economic relief.

From Enchantment State News

Grisham exceeded authority on shutdown fines, according to business group

By David Beasley | 4 years ago

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham exceeded her emergency authority by imposing excessive fines on businesses, the New Mexico Business Coalition reported.

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Albuquerque police disagree with defunding department

By Kasey Schefflin-Emrich | 5 years ago

The Albuquerque Police Officers’ Association has announced it is not in favor of the Defund Police movement sparked by George Floyd’s death last month.

From Enchantment State News

Schmedes asks U.S. Attorney General to investigate senior evictions

By Michael Pineda | 5 years ago

Failing to receive a suitable response from the state has led State Rep. Gregg Schmedes (R-Tijeras) to send a letter to U.S. Attorney General Bill Barr seeking relief on behalf of a number of senior citizens.

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Grisham praises New Mexicans for following social distancing rules

By Elle Johnson | May 10, 2020

Descartes Labs has been providing some states with critical information to inform them of the social distancing participation size, and New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has been praising New Mexicans.

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Visitors flock to Santa Fe's state parks, despite closure due to COVID-19

By April Bamburg | May 10, 2020

The two state parks in Santa Fe are closed, but that’s not stopping visitors from flocking to them.

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Santa Fe resort and spa general manager urges Rep. Luján to stop lenders' COVID-19 'vulture tactics'

By Karen Kidd | Apr 11, 2020

Derrick J. Pair, general manager of La Posada de Santa Fe Resort and Spa, urges Rep. Luján to stop lenders' COVID-19 'vulture tactics.'

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MVD to waive late fees due to closures

By Press release submission | Apr 5, 2020

State Police temporarily won’t issue citations for expired registrations or licenses

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State of New Mexico settles lawsuit with Santa Fe Reporter for $360,000

By William Sassani | Mar 6, 2020

The State of New Mexico has settled a lawsuit with the Santa Fe Reporter, according to recently released documents.

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New Mexico legislators to consider vaping bills

By William Sassani | Mar 5, 2020

The New Mexico legislature is considering bills that would regulate e-cigarette and vaping products sold in the state.

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Energy Transition Act will increase consumer utility costs

By Kimberly James | Jan 24, 2020

New Mexico electricity rates are projected to increase dramatically over the next 10 years as the result of a new state law requiring the use of more renewable energy sources.

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Minimum wage hike takes effect in New Mexico

By Michael Carroll | 5 years ago

Hundreds of new state laws took effect across the nation this week, including minimum wage increases, new internet privacy rules, gun-related regulations, marijuana legalization and new tests on whether workers can be classified as independent contractors.