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As the end of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session nears, lawmakers worked into Monday night to advance public safety and education measures.
While you were sleeping: Public safety, education bills advance • Source New Mexico
As the end of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session nears, lawmakers worked into the night to pass education and public safety bills.
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February 10, 2026 at 4:26 PM
As the end of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session nears, lawmakers worked into Monday night to advance public safety and education measures.
As the Immigrant Safety Act became law, efforts failed to make the state reimburse counties where ICE detention centers could shut down.
Now, the Senate Finance Committee is stepping in. But the clock is ticking, and some key details remain elusive.
Now, the Senate Finance Committee is stepping in. But the clock is ticking, and some key details remain elusive.
New Mexico Senate committee weighs economic toll of new law as counties fear ICE detention closures • Source New Mexico
Officials in rural New Mexico counties fear the Immigrant Safety Act will come at a cost. The clock is ticking for lawmakers to find a fix.
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February 10, 2026 at 3:04 PM
As the Immigrant Safety Act became law, efforts failed to make the state reimburse counties where ICE detention centers could shut down.
Now, the Senate Finance Committee is stepping in. But the clock is ticking, and some key details remain elusive.
Now, the Senate Finance Committee is stepping in. But the clock is ticking, and some key details remain elusive.
New Mexico Department of Transportation Secretary Ricky Serna is resigning effective Feb. 20, the governor’s office announced late Monday afternoon.
NM Transportation secretary to resign • Source New Mexico
The governor's office announced on Monday that New Mexico Department of Transportation Secretary Ricky Serna would resign Feb. 20.
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February 10, 2026 at 12:54 AM
New Mexico Department of Transportation Secretary Ricky Serna is resigning effective Feb. 20, the governor’s office announced late Monday afternoon.
On the 21st day of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, Christian ministers stood outside the steps of the Roundhouse and called on lawmakers to pass a measure that would further regulate the state's gun stores and would ban the sale of certain types of firearms.
NM Legislature day 21 recap: Faith leaders back gun bill; medical malpractice reform talks continue • Source New Mexico
On the 21st day of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, ministers backed Senate Bill 17 and medical malpractice reform talks continued.
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February 9, 2026 at 11:49 PM
On the 21st day of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, Christian ministers stood outside the steps of the Roundhouse and called on lawmakers to pass a measure that would further regulate the state's gun stores and would ban the sale of certain types of firearms.
You may have been distracted by the Bad Bunny concert on Sunday, but lawmakers stayed late at the Roundhouse this weekend on a couple of items, including the passage of a bill to ban certain sales of guns and accessories through the Senate.
Weekend wrap: New Mexico Senate advances bill limiting gun sales; produced water proposal fails • Source New Mexico
Lawmakers stayed late the Roundhouse Saturday advancing a new measure to limit some gun sales, while the House tabled a produced water bill.
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February 9, 2026 at 8:26 PM
You may have been distracted by the Bad Bunny concert on Sunday, but lawmakers stayed late at the Roundhouse this weekend on a couple of items, including the passage of a bill to ban certain sales of guns and accessories through the Senate.
New Mexico's investment in public lands has made it “the envy of much of the West," U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) said to a packed Roundhouse crowd Friday afternoon.
‘They’ll never take our public lands from our public hands’: U.S. Sen. Heinrich rallies Roundhouse • Source New Mexico
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) on Friday rallied a packed crowd in the Roundhouse rotunda to support public lands.
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February 7, 2026 at 3:02 PM
New Mexico's investment in public lands has made it “the envy of much of the West," U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) said to a packed Roundhouse crowd Friday afternoon.
As the midpoint of the session just passed, legislation is beginning to cross over from one chamber to the other. Lawmakers have introduced nearly 700 bills this session.
NM Legislature day 18 recap: Inaugural Maternal Health Day; bills crossing chambers • Source New Mexico
The 18th day of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session saw the first Maternal Health Day and a host of bills crossing from House to Senate.
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February 7, 2026 at 12:16 AM
As the midpoint of the session just passed, legislation is beginning to cross over from one chamber to the other. Lawmakers have introduced nearly 700 bills this session.
New legislation marks the latest chapter in ongoing clashes between environmentalists and industry, as well as the governor’s longstanding legislative efforts to expand the use of produced water, which is extremely salty and poses challenges for treatment.
Environmental groups condemn legislation expanding New Mexico oil and gas wastewater use • Source New Mexico
New Mexico environmental groups are raising alarms over legislation that would potentially expand the use of produced water in the state.
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New legislation marks the latest chapter in ongoing clashes between environmentalists and industry, as well as the governor’s longstanding legislative efforts to expand the use of produced water, which is extremely salty and poses challenges for treatment.
The bill would subject families whose pre-tax household income is more than 600% but less than 900% of the federal poverty level to child care co-pays under certain conditions, like a decline on the average price of some crude oil. Enrollment numbers and slowed revenue growth could lead to co-pays.
NM Senate committee advances universal child care bill with new co-pay proposal • Source New Mexico
The New Mexico Senate Education Committee advanced a bill that would only require child care co-pays under certain economic conditions.
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February 6, 2026 at 7:49 PM
The bill would subject families whose pre-tax household income is more than 600% but less than 900% of the federal poverty level to child care co-pays under certain conditions, like a decline on the average price of some crude oil. Enrollment numbers and slowed revenue growth could lead to co-pays.
Shortly after Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed new bills into law, hecklers outside the Roundhouse took aim at a Las Cruces lawmaker's support for the proposed Project Jupiter data center complex.
NM Legislature day 17 recap: Hecklers target Las Cruces lawmaker; 4 bills signed into law • Source New Mexico
On the 17th day of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, the governor signed bills into law and hecklers targeted a Las Cruces lawmaker.
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February 6, 2026 at 12:20 AM
Shortly after Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed new bills into law, hecklers outside the Roundhouse took aim at a Las Cruces lawmaker's support for the proposed Project Jupiter data center complex.
“This early in the session, getting legislation passed is hard, even with an interim and years of work,” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said at the signing. “I am proud of the Legislature. They don’t need that, but I think the public needs to know that they are getting incredible things done.”
New Mexico governor signs medical compacts, Immigrant Safety Act, road bonds into law • Source New Mexico
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday signed bills regarding medical compacts, ICE detention and road bonds into law.
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February 5, 2026 at 7:54 PM
“This early in the session, getting legislation passed is hard, even with an interim and years of work,” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said at the signing. “I am proud of the Legislature. They don’t need that, but I think the public needs to know that they are getting incredible things done.”
The Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon claims office has not moved on the State of New Mexico's $445 million claim. The governor is getting ready to sue.
New Mexico governor preparing FEMA lawsuit over outstanding $445M wildfire claim • Source New Mexico
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's office is preparing a lawsuit against FEMA for the state's $445M claim from the Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon Fire.
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February 5, 2026 at 5:31 PM
The Hermits Peak-Calf Canyon claims office has not moved on the State of New Mexico's $445 million claim. The governor is getting ready to sue.
House Bill 2, known as the budget bill, represents a “measured” increase in recurring spending of nearly $295 million, Rep. Nathan Small (D-Las Cruces), who chairs the House Appropriations and Finance Committee, told reporters Wednesday morning ahead of the vote.
NM House approves $11 billion budget bill • Source New Mexico
After hours of debate and two failed floor amendments, the New Mexico House of Representatives passed an $11 billion budget Wednesday.
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February 5, 2026 at 3:04 PM
House Bill 2, known as the budget bill, represents a “measured” increase in recurring spending of nearly $295 million, Rep. Nathan Small (D-Las Cruces), who chairs the House Appropriations and Finance Committee, told reporters Wednesday morning ahead of the vote.
In the immortal words of Big Time Rush, “We’re halfway there,” folks. For readers 40 and older, take Swedish band Europe’s admonition: “It’s the final countdown.”
NM Legislature day 16 recap: Last-minute bills and long-running debate over $11B budget • Source New Mexico
On the 16th day of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, lawmakers raced to the filing deadline and debated the $11 billion budget.
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February 5, 2026 at 12:29 AM
In the immortal words of Big Time Rush, “We’re halfway there,” folks. For readers 40 and older, take Swedish band Europe’s admonition: “It’s the final countdown.”
The Torrance County Commission chair tells Source he will continue extending ICE detention agreements until state law requires the county to stop doing so.
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Torrance County extends ICE detention contract day after Legislature votes to ban such agreements • Source New Mexico
The Torrance County Commission met for about two minutes to extend an agreement allowing ICE to continue housing detainees at its local jail.
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February 4, 2026 at 8:11 PM
The Torrance County Commission chair tells Source he will continue extending ICE detention agreements until state law requires the county to stop doing so.
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The House of Representatives swiftly and unanimously approved Senate Bill 1, the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Act, sending it to the governor. Hearings on the Senate floor, though, were not as speedy.
NM Legislature day 15 recap: Medical compact heads to the governor; Clear Horizons Act advances • Source New Mexico
On the 15th day of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, the House unanimously sent an interstate medical compact bill to the governor.
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February 4, 2026 at 12:22 AM
The House of Representatives swiftly and unanimously approved Senate Bill 1, the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Act, sending it to the governor. Hearings on the Senate floor, though, were not as speedy.
“Filing day” festivities kept the third floor of the North Capitol annex buzzing with candidates and staff members coming and going. See Source's photos here:
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New Mexico major party candidates gather at Secretary of State’s Office for filing day • Source New Mexico
Major party candidates, including for governor, U.S. Senate and others, arrived at the Secretary of State's Office to file for office.
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February 3, 2026 at 11:32 PM
“Filing day” festivities kept the third floor of the North Capitol annex buzzing with candidates and staff members coming and going. See Source's photos here:
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New Mexico Department of Health investigators have been unable to detect the precise cause of the Listeria infection which killed the infant, but said unpasteurized milk the infant’s mother drank during pregnancy was the “most likely source.”
NM health officials warn against raw dairy products after infant death • Source New Mexico
State health officials are urging New Mexicans to avoid consuming raw dairy following the death of a newborn from a bacterial infection.
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February 3, 2026 at 10:58 PM
New Mexico Department of Health investigators have been unable to detect the precise cause of the Listeria infection which killed the infant, but said unpasteurized milk the infant’s mother drank during pregnancy was the “most likely source.”
A spokesperson for Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham tells Source NM she plans to sign it into law.
NM House unanimously approves interstate medical compact bill • Source New Mexico
The New Mexico House of Representatives unanimously voted to send an interstate medical compact bill to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's desk.
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February 3, 2026 at 10:34 PM
A spokesperson for Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham tells Source NM she plans to sign it into law.
New Mexico U.S. Rep. Leger Fernández joined the rally outside ICE headquarters in D.C. and said she would not vote to fund the agency until "we see real reforms."
US House Democrats call for Kristi Noem’s firing in rally outside ICE headquarters • Source New Mexico
WASHINGTON — Dozens of U.S. House Democrats and leaders of several caucuses rallied on a chilly Tuesday morning outside U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement headquarters in the nation’s capital,…
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February 3, 2026 at 7:26 PM
New Mexico U.S. Rep. Leger Fernández joined the rally outside ICE headquarters in D.C. and said she would not vote to fund the agency until "we see real reforms."
Committee chair votes ‘yes’ despite past opposition to similar bills.
NM Senate committee advances ICE detention ban • Source New Mexico
After the New Mexico House of Representatives debated an immigrant detention ban for hours Friday, a Senate committee quickly advanced it.
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February 3, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Committee chair votes ‘yes’ despite past opposition to similar bills.
Lawmakers on Monday reviewed a roughly $11 billion budget and the possibility of 45-day legislative sessions.
NM Legislature day 14 recap: Lawmakers advance the budget and ponder longer sessions • Source New Mexico
On the 14th day of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, lawmakers advanced the roughly $11 billion budget and consider 45-day sessions.
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February 3, 2026 at 12:39 AM
Lawmakers on Monday reviewed a roughly $11 billion budget and the possibility of 45-day legislative sessions.
Former Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima will run as an independent he said, just ahead of the deadline to get on the ballot.
That leaves former U.S. Interior Secretary and New Mexico Congresswoman Deb Haaland and Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman to vie for the Democratic nomination.
That leaves former U.S. Interior Secretary and New Mexico Congresswoman Deb Haaland and Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman to vie for the Democratic nomination.
Gubernatorial candidate switches party from Dem to independent just before election deadline • Source New Mexico
Ken Miyagishima announced Monday he is pulling out of the New Mexico Democratic primary for governor, and running as an independent.
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February 3, 2026 at 12:13 AM
Former Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima will run as an independent he said, just ahead of the deadline to get on the ballot.
That leaves former U.S. Interior Secretary and New Mexico Congresswoman Deb Haaland and Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman to vie for the Democratic nomination.
That leaves former U.S. Interior Secretary and New Mexico Congresswoman Deb Haaland and Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman to vie for the Democratic nomination.
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday became the latest high-ranking official to call on the director of a multi-billion-dollar compensation fund for wildfire victims to resign, following revelations last week that he accepted a six-figure payout for his own claims.
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New Mexico governor calls on FEMA claims office director to resign • Source New Mexico
The governor, as well as the two Democrats running for her seat after her final term ends this year, all called on Mitchell to resign.
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February 2, 2026 at 11:18 PM
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday became the latest high-ranking official to call on the director of a multi-billion-dollar compensation fund for wildfire victims to resign, following revelations last week that he accepted a six-figure payout for his own claims.
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“I have deep fears about what’s going to go on now,” publisher Bob Zollinger said, “with the Independent not looking over things.”
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NM news desert grows with closure of longtime Gallup newspaper • Source New Mexico
The Gallup Independent printed its final issue Saturday, following what the publisher told Source was an economic "collapse" in the area.
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February 2, 2026 at 6:07 PM
“I have deep fears about what’s going to go on now,” publisher Bob Zollinger said, “with the Independent not looking over things.”
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