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House Bill 202 is part of an effort to bring in revenue from the fastest-growing part of the state’s economy — physicians, hospitals and clinics, most of which now pay little or no gross receipts tax. Continue Reading
The move sets up a constitutional showdown between the governor and Legislature. Continue Reading
With it appearing increasingly possible that the Legislature will send the bill to Martinez, the lobbying of the governor has already begun. Continue Reading
Jeff Steinborn’s Senate Bill 224 passed on a 19-11 party-line vote with Democrats supporting it and Republicans opposing. Continue Reading
The New Mexico Breastfeeding Task Force and others advocate for the passing of both bills to support the physical and social health of mothers and infants in our state. Continue Reading
Solar energy companies would have to provide more information about the cost and energy savings on residential solar systems. Continue Reading
Automatic voter registration will not be so automatic. Continue Reading
New Mexico legislators want to keep their grip on the tap controlling millions of dollars for a controversial project to divert water from the Gila River. Continue Reading
But its prospects are dim with two Senate committees and the House still ahead in the last weeks of the legislative session. Continue Reading
Sparring during the hearing demonstrated the disagreement primary election reform has stirred among Democrats. Continue Reading
The bill would restrict what can be developed on the downtown parcel that’s now home to Garrett’s Desert Inn and Santa Fe Bite restaurant. Continue Reading
Bonuses for state lottery officials and contractors would be tied to increases in scholarship money for college students. Continue Reading
Agreement still seems elusive on how high the state’s minimum wage should go and what strings should be attached. Continue Reading
Legal recreational marijuana won’t be coming to New Mexico anytime soon. Continue Reading
Pending legislation would allow those suffering from incurable diseases in New Mexico to choose the time and place of their demise. Here’s the story of my friend Pat’s decision to end her life in California. Continue Reading