Senate passes bill to shine light on dark money
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While requiring greater transparency from political groups, the bill would also double the amount of money individuals can donate to candidates for public office. Continue Reading
Tax policy overhaul would pave way for state’s future, Rep. Harper says
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Rep. Jason Harper has introduced a bill he hopes can put the state on better financial footing for decades to come. Continue Reading
Bill allowing open primaries gets warmer reception in House committee
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Judging by the reaction a similar bill received in a Senate committee earlier this week, the House bill could run into trouble. Continue Reading
Tripp withdraws from UNM regent seat; Martinez nominates Hispanic chamber CEO
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Alex Romero said he hopes his business background will help UNM find ways to recruit and retain students and prepare them to take on jobs in New Mexico that will build up the state and preserve its cultural legacy. Continue Reading
Early childhood education bill advances but faces uphill climb
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The measure would have to clear both houses of the Legislature to make the ballot in 2018. Then voters would decide whether to use the endowment for pre-K programs. Continue Reading
Rep. Jim Trujillo of Santa Fe in Denver hospital
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Trujillo, 77, was flown to Denver last week for treatment of a heart condition. Continue Reading
Secretary of state posts officials’ financial disclosure statements online
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The searchable database includes 2017 financial disclosure statements for hundreds of government officials. Continue Reading
Everytown For Gun Safety is gunning for New Mexico
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Essentially, this law will stop private-party sales between people trying to do it right. Those who were not following the law anyway will carry on. Continue Reading
Senate committee OKs money for jury trials
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It was unclear whether the legislation represented a temporary or a permanent step back from the brink of a breakdown for the judicial system. Continue Reading
Medical marijuana expansion bill clears Senate
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Medical marijuana patients will be able to possess more cannabis and producers will eventually be able to grow more if the bill becomes law. Continue Reading
House OKs bill to let NM farmers grow hemp
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House Bill 166, sponsored by Rep. Rick Little, R-Chaparral, passed on a 53-13 vote. Gov. Susana Martinez vetoed a similar bill two years ago. Continue Reading
Lawmakers have serious issues to address in current session
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You need to wrap your heads around it. We need $200-$250 million just to build any reserves. And we have not addressed the Medicaid issue. Continue Reading
Senator hopes tax reform proposal prompts dialogue
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If the state of New Mexico wants to get back on solid financial footing it has to take on some sacred cows, according to Sen. Ron Griggs. Continue Reading
Bill would end ‘political purpose’ barrier to the public accessing government data
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Advocates for open government say the restriction is not just a barrier to public information but a violation of civil rights that muffles criticism of the government. Continue Reading
Lawmakers propose cutting state food benefit program
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Some lawmakers are proposing killing a $1.2 million annual state supplement to federally funded food stamp benefits. Continue Reading