We must change the way we select, district and finance candidates
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Our Legislature once again ignored the deep anger and seething resentment out here in the real world felt toward our political institutions. Continue Reading
Sunshine will help Spaceport America succeed
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This is Sunshine Week, and I can think of no better way to mark it than by fighting to shine light on Spaceport America. 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
Lawmaker says pay-to-play maneuver exposed as Senate yanks real estate deal
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The bill would have carved out an exception to state rules on renting for the owners of a property who have donated $26,200 to the governor and her political action committee since 2014. 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
Governor vetoes second bill on industrial hemp research
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Legislators from both parties said the bill could create enormous business opportunities for New Mexico’s farmers. Continue Reading
Compromise with cities moves bill to consolidate elections forward
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A bill to consolidate most local elections into one would now let cities opt out and continue holding their own elections. 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
Proposal to loosen lottery regulations dies in House
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Lottery managers argue that they could rake in more scholarship money if they could use a bigger share of the revenue to entice more players. Continue Reading
Telecom bill paves way for broadband investment
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When telecom companies can’t fairly compete in the marketplace, no one wins, especially customers. 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
Senate committee OKs secrecy for Spaceport America
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Spaceport America, which has generated plenty of controversy because of the tax subsidies it receives, now says its success depends on less public scrutiny. Continue Reading
GOP senator starts process to override veto on teacher sick days
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The House of Representatives approved the bill 64-3, and the Senate voted for it 39-0. Continue Reading
Bill to cap storefront loan interest rates advances in House
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The House Judiciary Committee on Thursday voted 9-1 in favor of capping interest rates at 175 percent on certain types of storefront loans. 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