Martinez, lawmakers end session in bitter standoff over budget
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This session’s disharmony was particularly notable because it included skirmishes between the governor and some lawmakers of her own party. Continue Reading
Martinez criticizes lawmakers, says special session coming ‘soon’
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The governor’s staff says she is also considering a shutdown of nonessential government services to conserve cash until there is a budget. Continue Reading
Governor threatens special session over spending plan
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Keith Gardner, Martinez’s chief of staff, said a special session is almost a certainty. Continue Reading
Budget comes together, but veto pen hangs in the balance
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The final pieces of a 2018 fiscal year budget were falling into place Thursday with just enough money to balance spending and send lawmakers home without the need for a special session. Continue Reading
Governor blames Senate ‘failure’ for vetoes, signs two House GOP bills
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Gov. Susana Martinez’s office made clear Thursday that she’s directing her wrath primarily at the Senate in the session’s final days. Continue Reading
It’s time to properly fund schools, public safety and roads
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We’ve been cutting personal and corporate income taxes to see if jobs would flow into the state. The experiment failed. Continue Reading
It’s time to decide what NM will do about our economy
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The Senate budget package reflects not only the state’s needs and values but also our commitment to government efficiency and accountability. Continue Reading
Budget, tax bills closer to reaching governor’s desk
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The Senate passed House Bill 2, as well as HB 202, which could raise more than $300 million in new revenues. Continue Reading
Budget, tax bills head to Senate floor
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State Sen. Carroll Leavell broke a personal streak lasting decades by voting Friday for a tax increase. Continue Reading
Gross receipts tax reform bill faces test in Senate
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The bill is a years-long effort to calculate what it would cost to eliminate tax deductions, credits and exemptions on some 125 separate economic transactions in dozens of industries. Continue Reading
Raise the cigarette tax to help classrooms and health
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The benefits for the health and especially for the classrooms of New Mexico are enormous. Continue Reading
Senate agreement on raising state revenues takes shape
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A vote on both the tax bill and the fiscal year 2018 budget are scheduled for Friday. Continue Reading
Legislature must follow NM tradition of taking care of families
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Whether it’s a matanza, the offering plate at church, or paying taxes, New Mexicans will give what they can to lift up others. Continue Reading
In late-night vote, House moves to close tax loopholes
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Rep. Jason Harper’s bill to reform the state’s gross receipts tax now moves to the Senate. Continue Reading
Public school, college leaders warn against further budget cuts
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The governor has threatened to veto any bills that include a tax increase. Continue Reading