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We obviously have a major problem with people taking advantage of this progressive and well-intended law. It is a problem of fraud, and it needs to be acknowledged and solved. Continue Reading
In the coming special session, the governor can continue to build a wedge issue for the next election, or she can exhibit a willingness to compromise on the issue of drivers’ licenses and place responsibility on legislators from both parties to respond in kind. Continue Reading
One of the more difficult votes during the recently concluded legislative session was on Rep. Mimi Stewart’s attempt to address projected shortfalls in the PERA and ERB retirement funds – shortfalls that could potentially exceed $15 billion by 2016. Continue Reading
The good news here in New Mexico is that there is still time enough in our legislative session for both parties (and the lone DTS) to come together and send a smart and effective driver’s license bill to Governor Martinez to sign. Continue Reading