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
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
Dems eye tax reforms, and possibly a veto override, to balance budget
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With Democrats now back in the majority of both chambers, one message is loud and clear: There will be no more cuts to government services. Continue Reading
Internet sales tax receives bipartisan support
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You’ll pay gross receipts tax on purchases from online retailers such as Amazon and eBay if the proposal becomes law. Continue Reading
Bill to let local voters raise gas tax advances
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Lawmakers have had difficulty finding agreement on any tax issue the past two years, but HB 63 seems headed toward approval. Continue Reading
Focus shifts this week to state’s fiscal year 2018 budget
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Lawmakers will begin work this week on crafting a $5.9 billion spending bill for fiscal year 2018. Continue Reading
Legislative Democrats offer a jobs plan that’s short on details
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A raise in the minimum wage, spending on public works projects, and expanding broadband internet service to rural areas are among the proposals Democrats are pushing. Continue Reading
Most NM voters oppose cuts to education funding, poll finds
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Most New Mexico residents want to preserve state funding for schools and instead raise taxes to address state budget shortfalls, according to a new poll released Wednesday. Continue Reading
Disputes linger on where to scrounge funds for state budget fix
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Disagreements over a solvency package Tuesday kept most of the plan from moving forward to the governor. Continue Reading
Dems again propose gas tax hike to ease state’s fiscal crisis
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Sen. John Arthur Smith said legislators have few other choices in the midst of a financial crisis he described as the governor’s making. Continue Reading
Some tax changes that would fix New Mexico’s economy
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Why keep the status quo and continue to limp along on a false economy for years when we can fundamentally repair New Mexico? Continue Reading
Maximizing the 2017 legislative session
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We are left with making painful cuts and tough decisions now and (hopefully) enacting long-overdue tax reforms that will bring about economic growth for the future. Continue Reading
NM lawmakers move swiftly on solvency bills
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The House should vote Thursday on a Senate plan to erase a projected $70 million deficit and replenish depleted reserves, partly by targeting school district cash balances and postponing spending on various projects. Continue Reading
Q&A: As speaker, Egolf pledges ‘a public and transparent process’ in the House
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Democrats in the N.M. House of Representatives learned some things from being in the minority for the last two years, Brian Egolf says. Continue Reading
Creating a 21st Century budget for New Mexico
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The outdated, disproven ideology of the last six years is holding New Mexico back. Continue Reading