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NM House Democrats believe that we're stronger together and that this state succeeds when everyone gets a fair shot.
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Like much of his family & community, Rep. Hernandez worked at the San Juan Generating Station after he graduated. Now, he’s working to facilitate the transition to clean energy, while creating good-paying jobs for New Mexicans.
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/31/business/trump-coal-jobs-navajo-nation.html
November 17, 2025 at 10:53 PM
This week your state lawmakers protected access to food benefits for nearly half a million children, seniors, veterans, people with disabilities, and working families across our state.
November 11, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Today, we honor the service and sacrifice of America’s veterans. We are forever indebted to these brave men and women who have protected our freedoms, and we will continue to ensure they receive the respect they deserve and the benefits they have earned.
November 11, 2025 at 4:49 PM
The Trump Administration is refusing to fund SNAP benefits beginning Nov. 1.

No family should have to wonder where their next meal is coming from because Republicans are playing political games in Washington, D.C.

Fund SNAP now.
October 28, 2025 at 10:08 PM
KOB 4 breaks down the $125 million plan we passed in the Spcial Session to protect healthcare, food assistance, public broadcasting, and other vital services that the Trump administration and Republicans in Washington, D.C. placed on the chopping block.
October 6, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Sine Die!

Together, we:
✔️Lowered healthcare costs as premiums are set to skyrocket 📈
✔️Increased food assistance for those in need🍎
✔️Stabilized rural healthcare providers at risk of closure🩺
✔️Protected vaccine access for families 💉
✔️Supported public broadcasting 📻
October 3, 2025 at 3:09 AM
President Trump’s steep cuts to Medicaid will hit our rural hospitals and clinics especially hard.

Tomorrow, October 1st, we’re headed into Special Session to protect access to healthcare and other critical services for New Mexico’s families.
October 1, 2025 at 12:02 AM
In the wake of deep federal budget cuts and continued chaos and dysfunction from Republicans in Washington, D.C., your state lawmakers are heading into a Special Session to protect New Mexicans’ access to healthcare, food assistance, and other critical services.
September 30, 2025 at 6:06 PM
As grocery prices rise, D.C. Republicans are cutting food benefits to give tax breaks to billionaires - making it harder for 450,000 New Mexicans to put food on their tables & eliminating benefits for 55,000.

On 10/1, we’re going into Special Session to protect critical services for New Mexicans.
September 26, 2025 at 7:03 PM
This summer, Republicans in Washington, D.C. passed a bill that will kick families off health insurance & lead to higher prices and longer wait times for all of us.

On Oct. 1, we're going into Special Session to help protect your access to healthcare & other critical services.
September 25, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month, New Mexico!
September 15, 2025 at 7:14 PM
The upcoming special session is about making sure New Mexico families can keep food on their tables and access healthcare, despite all the chaos and cruelty coming out of Washington, D.C.
September 8, 2025 at 9:53 PM
Today and every day, your NM House Dems stand with the workers who power our state - from our chile fields and construction sites to our schools and hospitals, and everywhere in between. 

We'll keep fighting to protect your rights and make life better for you and your family.
September 1, 2025 at 4:26 PM
This year House Democrats successfully pushed for historic, direct investments to expand access to affordable and transitional housing and help address homelessness.

Many of these new developments are slated to break ground soon.

Stay tuned for more news and updates! 🪏👷🏼‍♂️
August 22, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Preliminary revenue projections show that while recent federal funding cuts are expected to reduce state revenues by up to $305 million in FY 2027, New Mexico’s overall outlook remains strong thanks to years of smart budgeting and thoughtful policymaking.
August 19, 2025 at 11:02 PM
Last week Republicans in Washington, D.C. passed their massive and deeply unpopular Big Betrayal Bill and President Trump signed it into law. So what’s next?

Your state lawmakers, like Rep. Nathan Small are digging into the details so we can prepare for the changes ahead & help protect our people.
July 10, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Today, we celebrate our country's independence and the many liberties afforded by our democracy. Let’s continue our fight to uphold our values of equality, freedom & opportunity for all who call America home.
July 4, 2025 at 3:03 PM
While Republicans in Washington D.C. betray their promises to the American people, your NM House Dems will continue to fight for New Mexico’s working families.
July 3, 2025 at 8:41 PM
No matter where you touch a spiderweb the whole thing shakes.🕸️

Dismantling Medicaid means kicking New Mexicans off their health insurance, closing rural hospitals, and increasing premiums and wait times for all.
July 1, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Trump is cutting New Mexico jobs so he can give bigger tax breaks to billionaires.

Read about the workforce cuts at Sandia National Lab: www.abqjournal.com/business/art...
June 27, 2025 at 11:47 PM
As SCOTUS rolls back federal protections of our fundamental freedoms, your state and local governments matter more than ever.

In the face of the tremendous cruelty and chaos coming out of Washington D.C., NM stands firm in our values and your state lawmakers have your back.
June 27, 2025 at 11:45 PM
This week the LFC met in Taos to discuss our precious water supply & forest management, as well as education, child well-being, and how proposed federal funding cuts might impact our state.

Join us in meetings throughout the state, as we continue our work to prepare for what lies ahead! ⛰️🌳🌧️☂️🐈
June 26, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Representatives Nathan Small and Meredith Dixon on how H.R. 1, the Congressional spending bill, would make life harder and more expensive for New Mexico’s working families.

www.santafenewmexican.com/opinion/my_v...
June 23, 2025 at 5:22 PM
On Juneteenth, as we commemorate the end of slavery in the U.S., we honor the strength and perseverance of our Black community, reflect on our nation’s history, and recommit to our work toward liberty and justice for all.
June 19, 2025 at 3:02 PM
In New Mexico, we know that our diversity is our strength. This Pride Month, as we celebrate our LGBTQ+ community, we stand firm in our commitment to ensuring everyone in our state has the freedom to live and love as their authentic selves.
June 2, 2025 at 6:45 PM