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Apr 28, 2008 Congratulations New Mexico Democratic National Delegates! Congratulations to all those individuals who were elected as National Delegates to the Democratic National Convention!

The Democratic National Convention will be in Denver on August 25-28. For more information on the Democratic National Convention visit http://www.demconvention.com/.... more...
Apr 24, 2008 Governor Bill Richardson and 11 other States Blast Federal Rulemaking on Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Cars Category: Environment
New Federal Rulemaking Attempts to Block States from Regulating Those Emissions (Santa Fe, NM) – Governor Bill Richardson and the governors of 11 other states sent a joint letter to President Bush today expressing dissatisfaction with the Administration’s attempt through a proposed... more...
Apr 21, 2008 AMERICA’S FAMILIES DESERVE BIPARTISAN SOLUTIONS TO ECONOMIC CRISIS America’s hard-working families are struggling to make ends meet as economic conditions worsen. · The past few months have seen the crisis deepen – rising prices for everything from gas to food, more Americans losing their homes or losing... more...
Apr 4, 2008 Bernalillo County Clerk Maggie Toulouse Oliver Announces expanded Early In Person Voting for the June 3rd Primary Election Registered voters of Bernalillo County will have the opportunity to vote early at 16 different locations throughout the County in the upcoming June 3rd Primary Election. Only those who have registered as a Democrat or as a Republican by Tuesday, May 6, 2008 can participate in this... more...
Apr 1, 2008 McCain Can Try to Reinvent Himself, But New Mexicans Aren’t Buying It Albuquerque, NM –This morning, John McCain launched his effort to reinvent himself for the general election with a week of speeches and began airing television ads in New Mexico.

After running as a so-called "maverick" and "outsider" in his failed 2000 campaign, JohnMcCain cast aside... more...
Mar 24, 2008 Pelosi Statement on Deaths of 4,000 American Soldiers in Iraq Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on reports that the death toll for United States soldiers in Iraq has reached 4,000: "Today, we mourn America 's fallen heroes; the deaths of 4,000 American soldiers is a grim... more...
Mar 15, 2008 March 15th Pre-Primary Nominating Convention Results Click on the "More" link below to see the Official Results of the March 15, Pre-Primary Nominating Convention. more...
Mar 11, 2008 Pelosi: ‘We Can Begin to Reassert Our Moral Authority by Overriding the President’s Veto’ Tuesday, March 11, 2008 Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke on the House floor this evening to support overriding the President’s veto of the Intelligence Authorization Act of 2008, which extends the prohibition on the use of waterboarding and other harsh... more...
Feb 14, 2008 Democratic Party of New Mexico Announces Final Results of 2008 Democratic Caucus (Albuquerque, NM) Today, ahead of deadline, the Democratic Party announced the canvass results of the 2008 Democratic Caucus.

“With this caucus, New Mexicans had the chance to hear directly from two historic candidates for the presidency,” said Chairman Colón. “Democrats had the... more...
Feb 9, 2008 Chairman Colón Announces Initiation of Qualifying Provisional Ballots (Albuquerque, NM) Today, the Chairman of Democratic Party of New Mexico Brian Colón announced that the Party had initiated the qualification of provisional ballots. This is the process of assuring that voters are registered and have not already cast a ballot.... more...
Feb 8, 2008 Democratic Party of New Mexico Begins Processing Provisional Ballots (Albuquerque, NM) Today, the Democratic Party of New Mexico began processing 17,246 provisional votes. The Party has also processed the absentee and regular vote count. "We've made significant progress in completing the canvass, and we are focused on getting this job done quickly... more...
Feb 7, 2008 Clinton and Obama Campaigns Agree on Ground Rules For Vote Counting Process (Albuquerque, NM) Today, the Democratic Party of New Mexico and the presidential campaigns of Senator Hillary Clinton and Senator Barack Obama reached an agreement of standards for qualifying the 17,276 provisional ballots cast during the February 5 th New Mexico Presidential... more...
Feb 3, 2008 Pelosi: ‘Let Us Embrace Our Country’s Diversity and Sustain an Inclusive and United American Identity’ Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in honor of Black History Month: “Today, on the first day of Black History Month, we urge all Americans to learn more about the historic achievements of courageous African Americans who broke... more...
Feb 2, 2008 SENATE BILL RESTORES PETITION PROCESS FOR STATEWIDE OFFICE CANDIDATES TO GET ON PRIMARY BALLOTS Santa Fe, NM – “This bill restores the language deleted in last year’s bill which resulted in candidates for statewide offices no longer being able to get on a primary ballot by getting signatures from at least 4% of the total vote of the candidate’s party in the last state or congressional... more...
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Jan 30, 2008 DEMOCRAT VICTOR RAIGOZA ANNOUNCES CANDIDACY FOR DISTRICT 10 STATE SENATE Vista del Norte activist/financial advisor led coalition to defeat proposed Wal-Mart ALBUQUERQUE , NM , January 30, 2008 -- Albuquerque financial advisor and community activist, Victor P. Raigoza, announced today that he will seek the democratic nomination... more...
Jan 28, 2008 Rapid Response to President Bush’s State of the Union Address Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid released the following statement following President Bush’s State of the Union Address. Below are their remarks:

"We agree with the President that we must work together to make progress on our most pressing... more...
Jan 23, 2008 STATE’S NEWEST SENATOR HITS THE GROUND RUNNING Santa Fe, NM – “It’s a fascinating and intricate process and I’m proud to be representing my District here,” said Senator Howie Morales (D-Catron, Grants and Socorro-28), the New Mexico’s newest State Senator. Only a week at his new place in the State Senate chambers, he already has been... more...
Jan 23, 2008 STATE’S NEWEST SENATOR HITS THE GROUND RUNNING Santa Fe, NM – “It’s a fascinating and intricate process and I’m proud to be representing my District here,” said Senator Howie Morales (D-Catron, Grants and Socorro-28), the New Mexico’s newest State Senator. Only a week at his new place in the State Senate chambers, he already has been... more...
Jan 16, 2008 State Treasurer Lewis Keynote Speaker at Roundhouse MLK Day Event SANTA FE – State Treasurer James B. Lewis will be the keynote speaker at the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day event on January 21, 2008, sponsored by the Santa Fe Branch of the NAACP at the State Capitol Rotunda. The event is scheduled to begin at noon.

“I am honored and pleased to... more...
Jan 12, 2008 DEMOCRAT MICHAEL PADILLA ANNOUNCES CANDIDACY FOR STATE SENATOR IN DISTRICT 11 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Friday, January 12, 2008 6:00 PM MST Contact: Michael Padilla (505)977-6247 Email: Media@VOTEPADILLA.COM Web: http://www.VOTEPADILLA.COM Albuquerque , NM : Today, Albuquerque businessman and entrepreneur Michael... more...
Jan 11, 2008 BINGAMAN & UDALL URGE FUNDING OF GALISTEO BASIN STUDY, ASK COUNTY TO DELAY LEASES IN AREA WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman and Representative Tom Udall are pressing the Bush administration for funding to produce an archaeological management plan for the Galisteo Basin, which is home to the largest ruins of Pueblo Indian settlements in the United States, spectacular... more...
Jan 11, 2008 SENATE DEMOCRATS NOMINATE SENATOR TIMOTHY Z. JENNINGS FOR PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE Santa Fe, New Mexico - Senate Majority Leader Michael S. Sanchez (D-Valencia-29) announced today that the Senate Democratic Caucus has nominated Senator Timothy Z. Jennings (D-Chaves, Eddy, Lincoln & Otero-32) for Senate President Pro Tempore. I look forward to working with Senator... more...
Jan 10, 2008 Governor Bill Richardson Statement on Presidential Candidacy It is with great pride, understanding and acceptance that I am ending my campaign for President of the United States. It was my hope that all of you would first hear this news from me and not a news organization. But unfortunately, as with too many things in our world today, it's the ending of... more...
Jan 9, 2008 Governor Bill Richardson Appoints Howie Morales to State Senate SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson today announced the appointment of Howie Morales, Ph.D. to represent state Senate District 28. His appointment fills the vacancy left by the passing of Senate Pro-Tem Ben Altamirano, who held the District 28 seat for more than thirty years.

“Howie... more...
Jan 7, 2008 Pelosi: ‘Democrats Want to Work in a Bipartisan Way with the President to Stimulate the Economy’ Category: Economy
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement today in response to a speech by President Bush today on the economy. Below her statement is a fact sheet with quotes from economic experts on the state of the economy:

“Democrats want to work in a bipartisan way... more...
Dec 31, 2007 NEW MEXICO DEMS SAY “BIDEN IS IN!” Albuquerque NM – Senator Joe Biden became the seventh candidate today to file for New Mexico’s Presidential Preference Caucus to be held on February 5th. Biden joins Governor Bill Richardson, Senator Hillary Clinton, Senator Chris Dodd, Senator John Edwards, Senator Barack Obama and Congressman... more...
Dec 29, 2007 OBSERVANCES FOR SENATOR BEN D. ALTAMIRANO ANNOUNCED State of New Mexico New Mexico Senate For Immediate Release: Contact: Gerald Gonzalez Date: December 29, 2007 505-986-4476 or 505-490-1357 Santa Fe, NM —Details of the official observances in the State Capital and public services in Silver City for Senate President Pro Tempore Ben D.... more...
Dec 28, 2007 Rudy Martin Announces Candidacy for the 3rd Congressional District Press Release: Rudy Martin Candidate for the 3rd Congressional District Dear Press Officers, Rudy Martin, candidate for New Mexico's Third Congressional District, will formally announce his candidacy among family, friends and supporters in his hometown of Dixon, New Mexico.... more...
Dec 28, 2007 Senator Altamirano Remembered SANTA FE, NM – Senate Majority Leader Michael S. Sanchez today mourned the loss of a great statesman today in the passing of Senate President Pro-Tem Ben Altamirano. The Senator, who represented the people of Senate District 28 in Southwest New Mexico, died late Thursday in Silver City. Speaking... more...
Dec 28, 2007 Funeral Arrangements for Senator Altamirano pending SANTA FE – Funeral arrangements for State Senator Ben D. Altamirano have not been finalized. It is expected that the arrangements will be announced tomorrow (Saturday, December 29, 2007) by 12:00 p.m. Information regarding memorials and services will be disseminated to the media on behalf of the... more...
Dec 28, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Issues Statement on Death of Senate President Pro-Tem Ben Altamirano SANTA FE -- Governor Bill Richardson has released the following statement following the death of Senate President Pro-Tem Ben Altamirano. "I am deeply saddened by the passing of a great New Mexican and my dear friend, Benny Altamirano," Governor Bill Richardson said.... more...
Dec 18, 2007 UDALL BACKS HISTORIC ENERGY LEGISLATION Bill Will Make Vehicles More Efficient, Cut Energy Costs, Fight Global Warming WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., today backed the Energy Independence and Security Act, historic energy legislation that will make America more energy independent, cut energy costs for... more...
Dec 17, 2007 DEMOCRATS CAN REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOTS FOR CAUCUS STARTING TODAY Albuquerque NM – Registered Democrats in the State of New Mexico can begin requesting absentee ballots for the Presidential Preference Caucus today, December 17, 2007. The request form is available at Democratic Party of New Mexico Headquarters, via fax, e-mail or for download at the... more...
Dec 13, 2007 BEN R. LUJÁN TO RUN FOR CONGRESS SANTA FE, NM - Ben R. Luján chairman of the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission will conduct a news conference and kick-off rally Friday, December 14, 2007 at 11:45 a.m in Santa Fe at the State Capitol and in Rio Rancho at the Best Western Hotel, 1465 Rio Rancho Blvd. from 6:00 p.m. -... more...
Dec 12, 2007 Santa Fe County Commissioner Harry Montoya Announces Run for District 3 Congressional Seat -Montoya highlights experience, qualifications, and record of public service. ( Santa Fe , NM ) -- Santa Fe County Commissioner Harry B. Montoya,( Democrat) officially announced today that he will be campaigning for open seat in New Mexico’s Third Congressional... more...
Dec 6, 2007 TOM UDALL: ENERGY SECURITY INCREASES NATIONAL SECURITY CONGRESSMAN URGES SENATE TO PASS ENERGY BILL WITH RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY STANDARD WASHINGTON – Today, for the second time since August, the U.S. House of Representatives passed energy legislation including a bipartisan provision authored... more...
Dec 6, 2007 Pelosi: Energy Bill Will Be ‘Shot Heard ‘Round the World’ for Energy Independence for America Washington , D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke on the floor this afternoon voicing her support for the Energy Independence and Security Act. It passed the House floor with a vote of 235 to 181. Below are the Speaker’s remarks: “My... more...
Dec 4, 2007 Annual Lighting of the State Christmas tree on Friday SANTA FE – Lieutenant Governor Diane Denish, Speaker of the House Ben Lujan and President Pro-Tem Ben Altamirano will be on hand for the official state Christmas tree lighting on Friday, December 7 th at the State Capitol. What: Lt. Governor Diane Denish,... more...
Dec 4, 2007 BIPARTISAN COALITION PUSHES CONGRESS TO PASS RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY STANDARD BUSH THREATENS VETO OF POPULAR, MONUMENTAL STEP TO MOVE NATION TOWARD CLEANER ENERGY FUTURE WASHINGTON – The bipartisan coalition , led by Rep. Tom Udall, D-N.M., responsible for the House passed amendment creating an incremental federal... more...
Dec 3, 2007 Pelosi: ‘Instead of Working with Democrats, President Bush Trying to Prevent Progress’ Washington , D.C. — Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement today in response to President Bush’s remarks at the White House this morning: “Democrats want to work with the President, yet he continues to engage in the same tired rhetoric... more...
Nov 28, 2007 UDALL CAMPAIGN SET TO TAKE NEW MEXICO BY STORM NEW MEXICO – New Mexico Democrat Tom Udall, D-N.M., will be making his bid for the United States Senate official this week in a series of events scheduled around the state.

The Tom Udall for Senate announcement tour will kick-off tomorrow at 11:45 A.M. in Albuquerque at the National... more...
Nov 21, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Appoints Rodolpho Martinez to the New Mexico House of Representatives SANTA FE -- Governor Bill Richardson today appointed Rodolpho “Rudy” Martinez to the New Mexico House of Representatives District 39 seat. Martinez replaces former Representative Manuel Herrera who passed away in October following a long battle with cancer. ... more...
Nov 21, 2007 Pelosi: On Thanksgiving Day We Should Keep Our Troops and Their Families in Our Thoughts Washington , D.C . – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today honoring our troops as the nation prepares to celebrate Thanksgiving: “On Thanksgiving Day, we show our gratitude for the bounty of America ’s harvest, the blessings... more...
Nov 16, 2007 UDALL: UPHOLDING BUSH’S VETO HALTS IMPORTANT NEW MEXICO INITIATIVES Labor , Health & Education Appropriations Bill Would Finally Invest In Domestic Priorities WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., said today that upholding President Bush’s veto of the bipartisan Labor, Health and... more...
Nov 15, 2007 Cheney Hosts Heather in Washington Reminding New Mexicans that Heather Wilson has shown more loyalty to the failed policies of the Bush-Cheney Administration than to the priorities of the working families of New Mexico, Wilson will be the guest of honor tonight at a fundraiser hosted by Dick Cheney in Washington, D.C. that will... more...
Nov 8, 2007 Democratic Congress Continues to Fight for a New Direction in Iraq The American people continue to demand a New Direction in Iraq. This war - now lasting nearly five years, longer than World War II - has cost Americans too much, in terms of lives, dollars, and our reputation around the world. The House will soon vote on legislation to change the direction of... more...
Nov 7, 2007 UDALL PLEASED HOUSE OVERRIDES VETO OF WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT ACT Category: Environment
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., issued the following statement on the House of Representatives’ vote to override President Bush’s veto of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2007: “Drought conditions and wildfires have made New... more...
Nov 6, 2007 The Bush Administration Has Failed to Provide for Our Nation's Veterans The Bush Administration has chronically underfunded veterans' programs. But the lack of focus on veterans' needs in the Administration's annual budgets reflects and contributes to a wider lack of commitment to ensuring that America keeps its promise to its veterans. From the rising rates of... more...
Oct 30, 2007 Bush Republicans Can't Hide Their Fiscal Irresponsibility Democratic Party of New Mexico Chairman Brian S. Colon issued the following statement in response to President Bush's threat to veto funding important to the American people while at the same time asking for a blank check for his endless War in Iraq:

"After seven years, George W.... more...
Oct 25, 2007 UDALL STATEMENT ON CLARIFIED SCHIP PASSAGE Category: Health Care
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., issued the following statement on the House passage of a clarified version of the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) legislation, which passed by a vote of 265 – 142, but still lacks a veto-proof majority:... more...
Oct 25, 2007 Statement by Rep. Tom Udall on Clarified Passage of Kids' Health Care Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., issued the following statement on today's House passage of a clarified version of the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP) legislation, which passed by a vote of 265-142, but still lacks a veto-proof majority:

"A bipartisan... more...
Oct 24, 2007 Treasurer James B. Lewis Featured Speaker at First NAST Cross-Border Forum ( SANTA FE ) – New Mexico State Treasurer James B. Lewis addressed treasurers from the state and local levels of the Mexican government on the topics of public finance, ethics and governmental transparency in Mexico City at the first cross-border forum presented by the National Association... more...
Oct 24, 2007 THE RISING COST OF PRESIDENT’S 10-YEAR WAR IN IRAQ: New CBO Report Puts Cost of War at Whopping $2.4 Trillion Not long after President Bush vetoed a fully-paid for bipartisan compromise bill to provide heath coverage to 10 million uninsured children, the President asked Congress for another $46 billion to fund... more...
Oct 22, 2007 State Auditor Hector Balderas Named One of Hispanic Business Magazine 100 Influential Hispanics Balderas Joins Corporate CEOs and US Commerce Secretary as Honoree of National Publication Santa Fe, NM (October 2, 2007)--The Office of the State Auditor announced today that State Auditor Balderas has been selected by Hispanic Business Magazine as one of the 100... more...
Oct 18, 2007 Pearce's Vote to Uphold Bush's Veto of Children's Health Care Proves He Lacks the Leadership to Represent New Mexico in Senate "With today's unconscionable vote, Steve Pearce helped prevent 27,900 uninsured New Mexican children, and 3.8 million children nationwide, from getting health insurance - all in the name of attempting to make an extreme ideological statement," said Democratic Party of New Mexico Chairman Brian S.... more...
Oct 16, 2007 Pearce in State of Denial For Seeking Promotion to Senate "Steve Pearce has a consistent record of failing the people of New Mexico. In the real world, when folks fail miserably at their jobs like Steve Pearce has, they get fired - not promoted," Democratic Party of New Mexico Chairman Brian S. Colon said. "Steve Pearce is in a state of denial to... more...
Oct 10, 2007 Heather Wilson: Too Close To Bush, Too Out Of Touch For New Mexico Take this Quiz to See How Heather's Record Matches Up to Your Beliefs!

Republican Heather Wilson has compiled a record of supporting George Bush 85 percent of the time while voting to stay the course in... more...
Oct 10, 2007 Bush-Cheney County Chairman Darren White Too Extreme For New Mexico "Darren White served as the 2004 Bernalillo County Chairman for the Bush-Cheney reelection Campaign. In serving as George W. Bush's figurehead in Bernalillo County, Darren White carried water for an administration that has spent half-a-trillion dollars fighting an endless civil war in Iraq that... more...
Oct 9, 2007 MARTIN CHAVEZ DECLARES CANDIDACY FOR NEW MEXICO U.S. SENATE SEAT Today, three term mayor of New Mexico's largest city, Martin Chavez, announced that he will seek the Democratic nomination in the contest to succeed retiring senior senator Pete Domenici. more...
Oct 4, 2007 NM Dems: Wilson's Run for Senate Is an Act of Desperation "Heather Wilson has consistently voted to support George W. Bush's failed Iraq strategy that has resulted in the loss of precious lives and the nation spending half-a-trillion dollars to keep our courageous troops locked in an endless civil war. She consistently voted with the President to... more...
Oct 3, 2007 New Mexico Democrats Condemn Bush's Veto of Children's Health Care as "Reckless and Irresponsible" "With this reckless and irresponsible veto, George W. Bush has once again shown that he is more loyal to his extremist ideology than to the priorities of the families of New Mexico," said Democratic Party of New Mexico Chairman Brian Colon. "He sees no problem spending over half a trillion... more...
Oct 2, 2007 NEWSPAPERS ACROSS THE NATION RESPOND TO PRESIDENT BUSH’S THREAT TO VETO BIPARTISAN CHILDREN’S HEALTH INSURANCE BILL "Unless President Bush backs away from his threat to veto a significant expansion of the State Children's Health Insurance Program, it will be incumbent on all Republicans in the House who value health care over ideological warfare to summon the courage and vote to override him...The measure,... more...
Oct 1, 2007 NM Dems Call On Bush Not To Turn His Back On Nation's Most Impoverished Children Democratic Party of New Mexico Chairman Brian S. Colón called on President Bush to withdraw his threat to turn his back on millions of America's poorest children by vetoing bipartisan legislation that would expand and strengthen the successful State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP).... more...
Oct 1, 2007 Statement By Rep. Tom Udall on Children's Health Insurance Program Passage "New Mexico ranks 49th of 51 - including every state and the District of Columbia - for the highest rate of uninsured children in our nation. That’s 95,000 New Mexico children, or almost 18 percent, who are 18-years-old or under and lack basic health insurance coverage. But as the Congress sends... more...
Sep 25, 2007 Pelosi: Congress Will Complete CHIP Legislation This Week to Secure Health Care Coverage for 10 Million Children Category: Health Care
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other House Democratic leaders were joined by advocates and families at a news conference this morning in the Capitol to urge President Bush to sign the Children’s Health Insurance Program legislation that the House and Senate are expected to... more...
Sep 25, 2007 New Mexico State Treasurer James B. Lewis Unanimously Elected President of NAST Regional Association Also appointed to committee of national organization for state financial officials SANTA FE – By a unanimous vote, State Treasurer James B. Lewis was elected president of the Western State Treasurers Association by state treasurers of that region on... more...
Sep 25, 2007 UDALL STATEMENT ON CHILDREN HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAM PASSAGE Category: Health Care
Bill Would Provide Health Insurance for 53,000 New Mexic o Children WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., issued the following statement on his vote to send the President legislation that will... more...
Sep 25, 2007 Pelosi: Tonight’s Vote for Children’s Health Insurance Category: Health Care
Washington, D.C. — Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke on the House floor tonight to support the Children Health Insurance Program bill, which passed by a bipartisan vote of 265 to 159. Below are her remarks as prepared: “Tonight is a bipartisan victory for America... more...
Sep 25, 2007 Domenici's Job Approval Rating Hits a New Low A new Survey USA poll released today shows that New Mexico Senator Pete Domenici's approval has dropped to a dramatic new low, with far more New Mexicans disapproving of his job performance than approving. Only 41% of New Mexicans approve of the way Domenici is handling his job, while 54%... more...
Sep 21, 2007 SENATE, HOUSE ANNOUNCE AGREEMENT TO RENEW, IMPROVE Category: Health Care
Bipartisan, bicameral coalition ready to move on full reauthorization of vital program Washington , D.C. – A bipartisan coalition of Senate and House leaders today announced a bicameral agreement to reauthorize the Children’s Health... more...
Sep 20, 2007 What Do Gun Control, Health Care and Iran Have in Common? Mitt's Flipped on Them All...This Week! Smooth talking Mitt Romney heads to Michigan today in the midst of one of the most shameless weeks in his presidential campaign. On Monday, Romney launched a desperate new attempt to distance himself from his health care record by attacking recent Democratic proposals. But, as the Boston Globe... more...
Sep 20, 2007 Domenici Votes Against Support For Our Troops Yesterday Senator Pete Domenici voted for a second time against the bipartisan Webb Amendment requiring the Pentagon to mandate minimum intervals at home for rest and training before redeployment. The amendment, which failed by a vote of 56-44, would have ensured that servicemen and women would... more...
Sep 19, 2007 Fact Sheet: Americans Still Oppose President's 10-Year War in Iraq Category: Foreign Policy
As this fact sheet demonstrates, the American people remain committed to ending President Bush’s 10-year war in Iraq , even after last week’s congressional testimony by General Petraeus and a primetime speech by President Bush. -Brendan Daly ... more...
Sep 19, 2007 Non-Partisan Report on "22 Most Corrupt Members of Congress" Includes the Entire GOP New Mexico Delegation All three members of the New Mexico Republican Congressional delegation -- Pete Domenici, Heather Wilson, and Steve Pearce -- were included in an annual report released yesterday entitled "The 22 Most Corrupt Members of Congress," issued by the non-partisan Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics... more...
Sep 18, 2007 UDALL: $2.5 MILLION IN FUNDS TO PROTECT NATIVE WOMEN Category: Native American Affairs
WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., said today that New Mexico’s Indian communities will receive more than $2.5 million to stop violence against women and address the needs of victims. The funds will go to six tribes and tribal organizations. “No woman should... more...
Sep 18, 2007 Democratic Congress Increases Student Aid for New Mexicans Category: Education
Albuquerque - The Democratic Majority in Congress fulfilled its promise to lower college costs by sending President Bush the College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007 last week to bring real help to New Mexico students despite attempts by Republicans to obstruct the bill. With the cost of... more...
Sep 17, 2007 Pelosi: ‘Next Attorney General Must Restore Public Trust That Has Been Eroded by Bush Administration’ Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on President Bush’s nomination of retired federal Judge Michael B. Mukasey for U.S. Attorney General: “The President today nominated a former federal judge with a distinguished career... more...
Sep 14, 2007 BINGAMAN RENEWS PUSH FOR CONTINUED NATIONAL GUARD PRESENCE ON N.M. BORDER Category: Immigration
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today pressed the Pentagon and chief of the National Guard to support enhanced National Guard operations along New Mexico’s border with Mexico to ensure a sustainable Guard presence remains as Operation Jumpstart is phased out.... more...
Sep 13, 2007 Dems Call On Bush To Stop Deceiving The American People Tonight, in a televised speech, President George W. Bush looked the American people in the eye and offered more deceit, distortion, and incompetence as he desperately attempted to shore up the miniscule support for his tragic failure in Iraq that has cost the U.S. $10 billion per week and the... more...
Sep 13, 2007 Pelosi: Bush’s Status Quo Strategy in Iraq Leaves Our Troops in Harm’s Way for 10 Years Category: Foreign Policy
Washington , D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement tonight on President Bush’s speech on the war in Iraq : “Tonight, President Bush outlined a status quo strategy that leaves at least 130,000 American soldiers in harm’s way as... more...
Sep 12, 2007 Dems Condemn GOP's Billboard Attack on APD As news arose today of the launch of a billboard campaign by the state Republican party that featured a rhetorical attack on the Albuquerque Police Department, Brian S. Colón, Chairman of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, today condemned this advertising as precisely the type of divisive attack... more...
Sep 10, 2007 Pelosi on Petreaus Testimony: Continuing Failed Surge in Iraq Until at Least Next Summer Is Unacceptable Category: Foreign Policy
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement this afternoon on testimony of General David Petraeus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker to a joint House Armed Services and Foreign Affairs Committee hearing on the war in Iraq: “Last November, the... more...
Sep 10, 2007 UDALL STATEMENT ON PETRAEUS TESTIMONY Category: Foreign Policy
WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., released the following statement today on testimony of General David Petraeus and Ambassador Ryan Crocker to a joint House Armed Services and Foreign Affairs Committee hearing on the war in Iraq: “Today’s testimony by... more...
Sep 10, 2007 BINGAMAN: SENATE ENDORSES MEASURE TO INVEST $1 BILLION IN NATION’S HIGHWAY BRIDGES Category: Economy
N.M. WOULD RECEIVE $3 MILLION WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today voted to approve an amendment (60-33) to a key spending bill that would set aside an additional $3 million for New Mexico’s highway bridges.... more...
Sep 7, 2007 AG King Calls for Better School Campus Safety Category: Crime and Justice
( SANTA FE ) --- Attorney General Gary King is asking federal and state leaders to address serious deficiencies in federal and state laws and educational policies that leave students vulnerable to violence in their schools and on college campuses. As a member of the... more...
Sep 7, 2007 PELOSI: MORE EVIDENCE RAISES CREDIBILITY QUESTIONS “In congressional testimony Monday, Army Gen. David H. Petraeus, the top U.S. commander in Iraq , is expected to cite a 75 percent decrease in sectarian attacks.” [ Washington Post, 9/6/07] According to a report in today’s Washington Post, U.S.... more...
Sep 7, 2007 BINGAMAN: LANDMARK HIGHER EDUCATION BILL WILL BE SENT TO PRESIDENT WASHINGTON –U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said Congress has given final passage to legislation he helped write to make a college education more affordable and accessible to New Mexicans. Bingaman said the College... more...
Sep 7, 2007 UDALL: CONGRESS FULFILLS PROMISE TO MAKE COLLEGE MORE AFFORDABLE FOR ALL AMERICANS Category: Education
WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., today was part of the large majority in the House to vote for the final passage of the College Cost Reduction and Access Act, which makes the single largest investment in college financial aid since the 1944 G.I. Bill, helps millions of students... more...
Sep 7, 2007 SETTING NATIONAL ENERGY POLICY – SENATOR SHANNON ROBINSON ASSUMES CHAIRMANSHIP OF ENERGY COUNCIL Category: Environment
Santa Fe, New Mexico – “This is an opportunity for New Mexico to help set our national energy policy through the Energy Council,” said Senator Michael S. Sanchez (D-Valencia-29), Senate Majority Leader in announcing the assumption by Senator Shannon Robinson (D-Bernalillo-17) of the... more...
Sep 5, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Lowers Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of New Mexico Supreme Court Justice Pamela B. Minzner SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today ordered flags to fly at half-staff in honor of New Mexico Supreme Court Justice Pamela B. Minzner, who passed away on Friday, August 31, 2007. Justice Pamela B. Minzner graduated from Miami University in Oxford ,... more...
Sep 5, 2007 BINGAMAN TALKS WITH NEW MEXICO RADIO REPORTERS WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today talked to New Mexico radio reporters and answered questions on a variety of other topics. Bingaman ’ s remarks can be retrieved by going to his website or clicking on the following link:... more...
Aug 31, 2007 Pelosi: On Labor Day We Pay Tribute to the Talent and Entrepreneurial Spirit of American Workers Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on Labor Day, which will be celebrated on Monday, September 3: “On Labor Day, we pay tribute to the talent, intellect, and entrepreneurial spirit of hard-working Americans, who through their... more...
Aug 31, 2007 STATEMENT BY BRIAN COLÓN ON PASSING OF CHIEF JUSTICE PAMELA B. MINZNER [Albuquerque] – Brian S. Colón, Chairman of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, issued the following statement about the passing of former Chief Justice Pamela B. Minzner, who had been Mr. Colón’s mentor since he was a student at the University of New Mexico Law School:

"I am deeply... more...
Aug 31, 2007 Attorney General Gary King on Justice Minzner’s Passing “The death of Supreme Court Justice Pamela Minzner is a deep personal loss for me and the King family. She was appointed to the New Mexico Supreme Court by my father when he was Governor and Pam was a friend and mentor to me. Justice Minzner gave so much to so many people in New Mexico, this is... more...
Aug 31, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Blasts Bush Administration for Continued Rejection of Kyoto Protocol Points to States/Provinces Effort to Fight Global Warming SANTA FE - Today Governor Richardson issued the following statement in response to recent reports of the Bush Administration’s ongoing "go-it-alone" approach to global warming.... more...
Aug 27, 2007 Pelosi: ‘Resignation of Attorney General Gonzales Is Long Overdue’ Washington , D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the resignation of Attorney General Alberto Gonzales: “The resignation of Attorney General Gonzales is long overdue. The rampant politicization of federal law... more...
Aug 27, 2007 UDALL STATEMENT ON GONZALES RESIGNATION WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., released the following statement in reaction to the resignation of U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzales: "As Attorney General, Alberto Gonzales is bound by an extraordinary duty to seek justice in accordance with our... more...
Aug 27, 2007 Bingaman statement on the resignation of Alberto Gonzales: “I did not support Alberto Gonzales’ nomination because I thought it would be difficult for him to provide the strong, independent voice an Attorney General should, and unfortunately my concerns have been borne out. It is my greatest hope that whoever the President nominates to replace him will... more...
Aug 23, 2007 DEMOCRATS TO PROTEST BUSH'S SUPPORT OF 'PAJAMA PETE' Albuquerque, NM – As New Mexicans brace for George W. Bush’s fundraising visit, the Democratic Party of New Mexico will join with a coalition of organizations to call attention to Senator Pete Domenici’s slumberous attitude concerning working families' priorities. more...
Aug 21, 2007 Independent Researchers Find High Voter Confidence in New Paper Ballot System SANTA FE – Independent researchers from the Caltech/MIT Voting Technology Project, the University of New Mexico and the University of Utah issued a report today on the administration of the 2006 General Election and the state’s transition to a paper ballot voting system. Over eight in 10 voters... more...
Aug 21, 2007 Pelosi: 'Once Again, President Is Trying to Throw America's Children Off Health Insurance Rolls' Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement today opposing the new conditions the Bush Administration has imposed on the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), which will make it more difficult for states to extend health coverage to children in... more...
Aug 20, 2007 State Treasurer Reports Blue Ribbon Commission Findings Santa Fe – State Treasurer James B. Lewis appointed a Blue Ribbon Commission in May 2007 to review information technology systems and operations and make recommendations to enhance the operational efficiency of the office. In a press conference at the Capitol... more...
Aug 10, 2007 LAURA E. SANCHEZ NAMED DEMOCRATIC PARTY OF NEW MEXICO EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brian S. Colón, Chairman of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, today announced Laura E. Sanchez as his choice for the position of Executive Director. Sanchez is a native of Deming, New Mexico. Her appointment comes at a critical time for the Democratic Party as it gears up for the 2008... more...
Aug 9, 2007 Pelosi: President Continues to Defend an Iraqi Government Unable or Unwilling to Make Political Sacrifices Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the President’s remarks on the war in Iraq at a press conference at the White House this morning: “Today, in our fifth year of war in Iraq, the President should not be asking the... more...
Aug 9, 2007 STEVE PEARCE UNDERMINES METH FIGHT [Hobbs, NM] – Today, as Representative Steve Pearce argues for the need to eliminate methamphetamines (meth), his voting record in Washington tells a very different story. In July, Pearce voted against $975,000 for the New Mexico Rural Meth Enforcement Initiative in the Commerce and Justice and... more...
Aug 8, 2007 Acting Gov. Diane Denish to Review State of Los Alamos National Laboratory Energy Sustainability and a Review of Relationships Between LANL and Surrounding Communities Are Top Discussion Items Acting Gov. Diane Denish will meet with Los Alamos National Laboratory officials Thursday morning for a review of some of its current operations... more...
Aug 3, 2007 Pelosi: In Our New Direction, We Have Kept Our Promises to Make Progress for the American People Washington , D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid held a news conference in the Capitol this afternoon with House and Senate Democratic freshmen to discuss Democratic efforts to take America in a New Direction. Below are the Speaker’s... more...
Aug 2, 2007 Governor Highlights Tax Free Holiday Weekend ALBUQUERQUE -- Governor Bill Richardson today helped draw attention to New Mexico’s third annual back-to-school tax holiday by handing out backpacks to students for the upcoming school year. The tax free holiday is a part of Governor Richardson’s successful tax cuts for working New Mexico... more...
Aug 1, 2007 Representative Heather Wilson Supports Pay Discrimination Against Women Representative Heather Wilson voted to allow employers to discriminate against women, allowing them to be paid less than their male colleagues doing the same work, or to discriminate on the basis of basis of race, religion, or nationality. more...
Aug 1, 2007 Big Three Can Learn Much From Richardson If the 2008 Democratic presidential candidates were as one-dimensional as the popular media portray, American Indians might be hard-pressed to decide which candidate best reflects the values of Indian country. Is it Hillary Clinton, an experienced woman leader? Or maybe it is Illinois Sen. Barack... more...
Aug 1, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Highlights Statewide Tax Free Holiday Weekend Category: Working Families
ALBUQUERQUE -- Governor Bill Richardson today helped draw attention to New Mexico ’s third annual back-to-school tax holiday by handing out backpacks to students for the upcoming school year. The tax free holiday is a part of Governor Richardson’s successful tax cuts for working... more...
Jul 31, 2007 SENATOR BINGAMAN TALKS WITH NEW MEXICO RADIO REPORTERS ABOUT LEGISLATION TO STRENGTHEN HEALTH CARE COVERAGE Category: Health Care
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today talked to New Mexico radio reporters about legislation he helped write to reauthorize the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). Bingaman also answered questions on a variety of other topics. Bingaman ’ s... more...
Jul 31, 2007 Pelosi: ‘With Passage of Lobby Reform, We Draw Back the Curtains, Throw Up the Windows, and Let the Sunshine In’ Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Democratic leaders held a new conference this afternoon on the Honest Leadership, Open Government Act of 2007, which passed the House floor today by an overwhelming vote of 411 to 8. Below are the Speaker’s remarks: ... more...
Jul 31, 2007 House Ethics Committee to ask Iglesias about call from Heather Wilson WASHINGTON — Former U.S. Attorney David Iglesias of Albuquerque will be interviewed by the staff of the House Ethics Committee on July 31 about a phone call he received in October from Rep. Heather Wilson. The interview is the first sign the committee might consider whether Wilson, an... more...
Jul 20, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Announces First Grantees for the Energy Innovation Fund SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson today announced the first grantees for the Energy Innovation Fund. The fund is part of the Governor’s commitment to continuing New Mexico’s leadership as “The Clean Energy State.” more...
Jul 18, 2007 BINGAMAN DISAPPOINTED IRAQ TIMETABLE AMENDMENT WAS DEFEATED WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today strongly backed an amendment to the fiscal year 2008 Defense Authorization Bill that would have required President Bush to begin drawing down American forces within four months. more...
Jul 18, 2007 Pelosi: Senate Republicans Have Once Again Thwarted the Will of the American People on Iraq Category: Foreign Policy
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement today after Senate Republicans refused to allow an up-or-down vote on the Levin-Reed amendment to the Defense Authorization bill that would have responsibly redeployed our troops in Iraq: ... more...
Jul 18, 2007 Governor Richardson Lowers Flags to Half Staff in Honor of Army Specialist Roberto J. Causor SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson ordered flags to fly at half-staff in honor of United States Army Specialist Roberto J. Causor Jr., 21, who lost his life while serving his country in Iraq , on Thursday, July 7, 2007. Spc. Causor was born in San Jose... more...
Jul 18, 2007 DOMENICI AGAIN SIDES WITH BUSH ON FAILED IRAQ POLICY Washington, DC – Today, for the fifth time this year, New Mexico Senator Pete Domenici voted to stay the course in Iraq, rejecting a Democratic proposal to end the war in Iraq by redeploying most U.S. troops by April 2008.

"Pete Domenici had an opportunity today to side with our... more...
Jul 16, 2007 BINGAMAN TO TAKE PART IN HEARING ON LEGISLATION TO STRENGTHEN HEALTH CARE COVERAGE Category: Foreign Policy
BINGAMAN PUBLIC SCHEDULE FOR JULY 16-20 WASHINGTON – The Senate Finance Committee tomorrow will consider a bill to reauthorize the State Children’s Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). As a member of the committee, U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman has been a leader in... more...
Jul 16, 2007 Governor Richardson’s Environment Secretary to Testify before Congress in favor of Clean Water Restoration Category: Environment
( Santa Fe , N.M. ) New Mexico Environment Department Secretary Ron Curry will testify before a U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee in Washington D.C. to urge federal lawmakers to pass legislation that would restore protections for surface waters in New Mexico... more...
Jul 13, 2007 Attorney General Gary King Keeps Promise to Visit Czech Republic ( ALBUQUERQUE ) —Attorney General Gary King today waved and said, “na shledanou” as he and his wife Yolanda left the Czech Republic, a world away from the daily grind of being New Mexico’s chief legal officer. In the interest of total disclosure however, AG King probably... more...
Jul 11, 2007 DOMENICI’S “NEW” TUNE IS SAME-OLD SONG Albuquerque – Despite his much publicized election season U-turn on the war in Iraq, senior New Mexico Senator Pete Domenici opposed a bipartisan amendment (S. 2012) offered by Senators Webb (D-VA) and Hagel (R-NE), which would have ensured that active duty troops have time-off between tours to... more...
Jul 10, 2007 BINGAMAN TO UNVEIL GLOBAL WARMING LEGISLATION Category: Environment
BINGAMAN’ S SCHEDULE FOR JULY 10-13 WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman on Wednesday will unveil a legislative proposal aimed at reducing the country’s greenhouse gas emissions, while protecting the economy. On Thursday, Bingaman will chair an Energy... more...
Jul 5, 2007 Pelosi: Will Domenici and Other Republicans Vote for Change of Course in Iraq? Category: Foreign Policy
Washington , D.C. — Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after Republican Senator Pete Domenici of New Mexico called for a new U.S. military strategy in Iraq : “Another senior Republican senator has broken with the failed Iraq... more...
Jul 5, 2007 IS DOMENICI’S IRAQ REVERSAL JUST ANOTHER RE-ELECTION YEAR CONVERSION? Albuquerque – Today, Pete Domenici’s election season political makeover began in earnest at a press conference where Domenici argued that he is changing his position on the disastrous war in Iraq. “Bush's War in Iraq continues to be a colossal mistake based on misleading information and... more...
Jul 2, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Urges Eligible Families to Apply for Assistance for their Cooling Bills Average Eligible Household Could Receive Nearly a $130 Benefit from the Once-a-Year Program SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson urges eligible New Mexico families who have not yet received a Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) benefit since last October to apply and get... more...
Jun 29, 2007 UDALL: ELECTIONS SHOULD BE ABOUT THE BEST IDEAS, NOT THE BIGGEST CHECKBOOKS Category: Education
WASHINGTON - At a press conference with Representatives Dave Obey (D-WI) and Barney Frank (D-MA), Tom Udall (D-NM) said today that the Supreme Court's recent decision on campaign finance highlights the need for a complete overhaul of the congressional campaign finance system and the elimination... more...
Jun 28, 2007 Pelosi: Supreme Court School Decision a Retreat From Our Nation’s Commitment to Opportunity and Equality Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today responding to the Supreme Court decision on school desegregation: more...
Jun 26, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Appoints New Regent to Northern New Mexico College SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson today announced the appointment of Feliberto Martinez, to serve on the Northern New Mexico College Board of Regents. more...
Jun 26, 2007 BINGAMAN TALKS TO NEW MEXICO RADIO REPORTERS ABOUT LEGISLATION HE AUTHORED ON NAVAJO-GALLUP WATER SETTLEMENT WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today talked to New Mexico radio reporters about legislation he introduced that would settle the Navajo Nation’s water rights claims in the San Juan River Basin. Bingaman also answered questions on a variety of other topics. Bingaman’s remarks can be... more...
Jun 26, 2007 Pelosi: Republicans Choose Partisanship Over Progress by Blocking 9/11 and Lobbying Reform Bills Washington, D.C.—Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement today after Senate Republicans blocked Democratic efforts to send the 9/11 Commission recommendations and lobbying reform bills to conference: “Once again, Senate Republican leaders have chosen partisanship over progress... more...
Jun 25, 2007 BINGAMAN TO HOLD HEARING ON LEGISLATION HE AUTHORED ON NAVAJO-GALLUP WATER SETTLEMENT WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman this week will chair and Energy and Natural Resource Committee hearing on legislation he introduced that would settle the Navajo Nation’s water rights claims in the San Juan River Basin. more...
Jun 25, 2007 Governor’s Ethics Reform Task Force Continues Work (Santa Fe, NM) – Governor Richardson’s Task Force on Ethics Reform will conduct their second meeting this Wednesday, to continue evaluating the results of the 2007 legislative session, and to consider recommendations regarding new ethics reforms and a possible special session. This meeting will... more...
Jun 25, 2007 Udall Marks House Passage of Raymond "Jerry" Murphy VA Medical Center Bill WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., delivered the following speech on the House floor to mark the passage of legislation to rename the VA Medical Center in Albuquerque in honor of Raymond "Jerry" Murphy: more...
Jun 22, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson announces More than $1 million in Funding to Enhance Communities across New Mexico SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson today announced more than $1 million in community planning funds have been granted to communities across the state. This includes new awards of Livability Innovation Funds, Community Development Block Grant Planning Funds, as well as $200,000 provided to Dona... more...
Jun 21, 2007 BINGAMAN: COMMITTEE APPROVES SPENDING BILL CONTAINING FUNDS FOR NEW MEXICO PROJECTS WASHINGTON – U.S. Jeff Bingaman today said he is pleased that a key Senate committee has approved a spending bill that contains millions of dollars for New Mexico. The Senate Appropriations Committee has given approval to the fiscal year 2008 Interior spending bill, which... more...
Jun 21, 2007 Supreme Court Reinstates “Baby Brianna” Conviction (SANTA FE, NM)—Attorney General Gary King today announced a New Mexico Supreme Court decision that overturns a New Mexico Court of Appeals ruling on one of the state’s most notorious cases of child abuse. The Court says Stephanie Lopez’ conviction and sentence will stand in connection with the... more...
Jun 21, 2007 Bush Denies Hope to Millions by Vetoing Stem Cell Bill Category: Health Care
Washington, DC – With one stroke of his veto pen, President Bush denied hope yesterday to New Mexicans and millions of other Americans by vetoing critical legislation to expand federal funding of stem cell research.

“The President had a critical choice to make,” said Democratic... more...
Jun 20, 2007 BINGAMAN: ENERGY BILL WILL GET BIG BOOST FROM TAX INCENTIVES LEGISLATION WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said he is very pleased that a tax incentives package he helped write will significantly ramp up renewable energy production and use in our country. more...
Jun 20, 2007 Native American Small Biz Development Center Act Passes House WASHINGTON - Legislation that will stimulate economic development on Native American lands by assisting in the creation and expansion of small businesses owned by tribal members passed the House today by a vote of 351-73. Introduced by Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M. last month, the bill is now... more...
Jun 19, 2007 Bingaman, Domenici Push for Liability Insurance for Forest Fire Managers Category: Environment
BINGAMAN, DOMENICI PUSH FOR LIABILITY INSURANCE FOR FOREST FIRE MANAGERS WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jeff Bingaman and Senator Pete Domenici have joined in introducing legislation to help wildfire managers defray the cost of liability insurance. more...
Jun 19, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Announces Major Investment Round for Advent Solar Category: Economy
Governor Bill Richardson Announces Major Investment Round for Advent Solar State Invests $10 million in Innovative Albuquerque Company SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today announced that the state is making a significant investment in New Mexico-based Advent Solar, a worldwide... more...
Jun 19, 2007 AG Presents New Clean Government Ideas Category: Crime and Justice
(SANTA FE, NM)— Attorney General Gary King today began the legislative process of trying to root out government corruption by presenting several proposals to the Joint Interim Committee on Courts, Corrections & Justice. The AG expects the following ideas to be sponsored and formally presented to... more...
Jun 19, 2007 Bingaman: Senate Finance Committee Approves Plan to Provide Millions for New Mexico Counties WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said he is very pleased that the Senate Finance Committee has approved an amendment to a key bill that will increase payments to New Mexico counties by tens of millions of dollars over the next five years. Bingaman is a member of the Finance... more...
Jun 19, 2007 NEW MEXICO WORKERS WOULD BENEFIT FROM EMPLOYEE FREE CHOICE ACT [Albuquerque] – Democrats in the Senate stood up today for New Mexico’s working families by introducing the Employee Free Choice Act. Thousands of union members, joined by labor leaders and Congressional Democrats, came together to support this legislation. more...
Jun 18, 2007 Richardson Is Counting on Nevada, a State He Has to Himself LAS VEGAS -- Gov. Bill Richardson has found a second home in Nevada. The two-hour flight is not a short hop from the New Mexico governor's mansion in Santa Fe, but Richardson hopes Nevada will become a critical aspect of his campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination. more...
Jun 18, 2007 Udall's Office Requests Applicants For Congressional Page Program WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M. is seeking Congressional page applications for the 2007 autumn semester. Pages are appointed for one semester, with the fall semester beginning Labor Day and concluding in late January.

"I am very pleased my office will have the... more...
Jun 18, 2007 Pelosi: Title IX Assured a Woman’s Right to Educational Equality Category: Education
Pelosi: Title IX Assured a Woman’s Right to Educational Equality Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement after the House approved H.Res. 406, a resolution celebrating the 35th anniversary and accomplishments of Title IX of the Higher Education Act. Below are... more...
Jun 15, 2007 BINGAMAN BILL TO REINSTATE ACCESS TO PRESIDENTIAL RECORDS CLEARS HURDLE WASHINGTON – A key Senate committee this week approved a bill introduced by U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman that would repeal President Bush’s Executive Order 13233, which bars public access to presidential papers. Almost 30 years ago, Congress passed the Presidential Records Act declaring... more...
Jun 15, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Urges Action by North Koreans Following Resolution of Banking Issue Category: Foreign Policy
SANTA FE – New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson issued the following statement today urging North Korean leaders to move quickly to honor their commitment to him and invite the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to monitor the shutdown of North Korea ’s Yongbyon nuclear... more...
Jun 15, 2007 UDALL VOTES TO HONOR VETERANS, STRENGTHEN OUR MILITARY Category: Veteran Affairs
U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., lauded House passage of legislation to strengthen our military and provide a historic new commitment of resources for America's veterans.

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Jun 14, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Highlights National Report; New Mexico Ranks 5th in Economic Growth Category: Economy
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today praised a new report that showed New Mexico ’s economic growth was the 5 th strongest in the nation in 2006. New Mexico’s economy, adjusted for inflation, grew at a strong 6.2 percent rate last year – the fifth fastest in... more...
Jun 14, 2007 BINGAMAN: BILL WILL INCREASE ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE FOR MINORITIES Category: Working Families
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman has joined in introducing a bill that would improve access to health care for millions of Americans. The Minority Health and Health Disparities Act of 2007 addresses health... more...
Jun 14, 2007 UDALL STATEMENT ON LANL SECURITY Category: Homeland Defense
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., released the following statement in reaction to a TIME Magazine article reporting a security breach at Los Alamos National Laboratory: "Obviously this news report is incredibly disturbing and I expect a full briefing into this... more...
Jun 11, 2007 Congressman Udall's Statement on the Life of Sgt. James Akin Category: Veteran Affairs
Congressman Tom Udall stood today on the floor of the House of Representatives to honor Army Sergeant James Akin, a true American hero who lost his life while serving his country in Iraq. James was one of four soldiers killed near Baghdad on Sunday, June 3, 2007 when a roadside bomb detonated... more...
Jun 7, 2007 Pelosi: With Stem Cell Legislation, We Have the Opportunity to Save Lives, Find Cures, and Give Hope Category: Health Care
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke this afternoon on the House floor in favor of S. 5, the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2007. The bill passed the House with a strong bipartisan vote of 247 to 176, and will be sent to the President for his signature. Below... more...
Jun 7, 2007 UDALL TOUTS $3 MILLION FOR ESTHER MARTINEZ NATIVE LANGUAGES PROGRAM WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M. , announced a total of $3 million in proposed funding for the Esther Martinez Native American Languages Program. Funding for the program was determined in Udall's Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education:... more...
Jun 7, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Announces Linewatch to be filmed in New Mexico SANTA FE —Governor Bill Richardson today announced that the feature film, Linewatch , starring Oscar-winning supporting actor Cuba Gooding Jr. will shoot in New Mexico. Linewatch tells the story of a seasoned agent (Gooding Jr.) working linewatch on the US/Mexico... more...
Jun 7, 2007 UDALL INTRODUCES THE SABINOSO WILDERNESS ACT Category: Rural Issues
WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M. introduced in the House today legislation to designate as wilderness the Sabinoso BLM land unit. Under Udall's proposal, approximately 20,000 acres of land situated in San Miguel County, 40 miles east of Las Vegas and 25 miles northwest of... more...
Jun 6, 2007 UDALL STATEMENT ON FY08 ENERGY AND WATER APPROPRIATIONS MARK-UP Category: Economy
WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., released the following statement on today ' s House Committee on Appropriations mark-up of the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development's FY08 legislation: "Today marks the first step in the long appropriations... more...
Jun 5, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Announces Oxygen Original Movie Husband for Hire* to be filmed in New Mexico SANTA FE —Governor Bill Richardson today announced that the Oxygen Network Original Movie, Husband for Hire (*working title) , a Process Media production, will be shot in New Mexico . Mark Consuelos, Nadine Velazquez, Mario Lopez, Erik Estrada and Tempestt Bledsoe will star.... more...
Jun 5, 2007 State Receives Additional Tobacco Money SANTA FE, NM )--- Attorney General King says New Mexico is $ 2.8-million richer today thanks to a supplemental payment under the 1998 tobacco Master Settlement Agreement (MSA). This payment is in addition to the state’s allocable share, in the amount of $35.9 million, received in 2007.... more...
Jun 4, 2007 BINGAMAN TO OFFER AMENDMENT TO IMMIGRATION BILL Category: Immigration
BINGAMAN’ S SCHEDULE FOR JUNE 4-8 WASHINGTON – On the floor this week, the Senate will continue debate on a comprehensive immigration reform bill. U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today will introduce an amendment that would remove the requirement that Y-1 guest workers... more...
Jun 4, 2007 Pelosi Statement on the Anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre Washington , D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square Massacre: “ Today we pay tribute to the brave souls of Tiananmen Square , who 18 years ago defied the powers of their... more...
May 30, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Invites Entrepreneurs to Submit Energy Ideas Category: Environment
Governor’s office to receive applications for Energy Innovation Fund SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson today solicited applications for the newly created Energy Innovation Fund. The fund is part of the Governor’s commitment to continuing New Mexico ’s... more...
May 29, 2007 Governors Richardson, Napolitano Call on State Department to 'Put America's Security First' Category: Foreign Policy
Letter Urges Secretary Rice to Terminate Contract with DynCorp ( Santa Fe , NM ) – Today New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson and Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano called on US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice to terminate a State Department funded program that... more...
May 26, 2007 House Call: Speaker Pelosi, "This is not the End of the Debate" "I’m really glad that the Republicans finally admit that there’s a need for accountability. But what they haven’t done is met that need with something appropriate. This is like a fig leaf. This is a token. This is a small step forward." -Speaker Pelosi, 5/24/07 "There are really only two... more...
May 25, 2007 BINGAMAN ANNOUNCES KEY DEFENSE BILL SUPPORTS NEW MEXICO MILITARY AND LAB INITIATIVES Category: Working Families
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said a key piece of defense legislation gives strong support to New Mexico’s military installations and the state’s two national laboratories. The bill, called the fiscal year... more...
May 23, 2007 UDALL: INTERIOR APPROPS BILL INCLUDES NUMEROUS N.M. INITIATIVES Urban Indian Health & Education, Wildfire Prevention, Global Warming Research Receive Funding WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., said that many of the slated expenditures in the Interior and Environment Appropriations bill will directly benefit New Mexico. Among the... more...
May 23, 2007 Pelosi Statement on Meeting with Vice Premier Wu Yi of China Category: Foreign Policy
Washington , D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement this evening on her meeting in her office today with Vice Premier Wu Yi of China . House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, International Relations Chairman Tom Lantos, and Congressman Rick Larsen of... more...
May 21, 2007 BINGAMAN TO OFFER AMENDMENT TO IMMIGRATION BILL BINGAMAN’ S SCHEDULE FOR MAY 21-15 WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman on Thursday will chair a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee oversight hearing to examine the opportunities and challenges associated with coal gasification, including coal-to-liquids and... more...
May 21, 2007 Attorney Genral Gary King: Another Battle Won in War Against DWI Category: Crime and Justice
SANTA FE, NM )--- The New Mexico Supreme Court has provided good news for everyone involved in the war against drunk drivers, including the Attorney General’s Office. The Court’s ruling involving the admissibility of blood alcohol testing results affirms the AGO’s position on how the BAT... more...
May 17, 2007 Governor’s Ethics Reform Task Force Returns to Work Category: Crime and Justice
( Santa Fe , NM ) – Governor Richardson Task Force on Ethics Reform returns to work next week, to evaluate the results of the 2007 legislative session, and make recommendations for new ethics reforms and on a possible special session. “We’ve... more...
May 17, 2007 Attorney Genral Gary King Joins National Task Force Examining School Safety Category: Crime and Justice
( SANTA FE , NM )— Attorney General Gary King is joining a coalition of the nation’s state Attorneys General in an effort to examine legal issues related to school violence and safety. Attorney General King will work with colleagues on the Task Force on School... more...
May 17, 2007 REP. WILSON FLIP-FLOPPING UNDER PRESSURE ON PRICE-GOUGING Washington , D.C. – Wednesday, Heather Wilson’s hypocrisy made its latest appearance when Wilson testified before the House Judiciary Committee in support of legislation that is essentially the same as legislation she opposed less than a year ago. ... more...
May 17, 2007 UDALL: DEFENSE BILL INCLUDES IMPORTANT NM INITIATIVES WASHINGTON - H.R. 1585, the fiscal year 2008 Defense Authorization Bill, cleared the House today by a vote of 397-27 and contains key provisions for New Mexico and the nation, said U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M. Included in the legislation is Udall's own amendment, which takes an... more...
May 16, 2007 BINGAMAN INTRODUCES BILL TO EXPAND “SAFETY NET” PROVIDERS’ ACCESS TO DISCOUNT DRUGS Category: Health Care
LEGISLATION WOULD BENEFIT NATION’S UNINSURED WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman has introduced legislation to make it possible for health care providers that serve certain low-income and uninsured patients to purchase... more...
May 16, 2007 Governor Richardson Lowers Flags to Half Staff in Honor of Marine Major Douglas A. Zembiec SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today ordered flags to fly at half-staff in honor of United States Marine Major Douglas A. Zembiec, 34, who lost his life while serving his country in Baghdad , Iraq , on Friday, May 11, 2007. Major Zembiec graduated... more...
May 16, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Praises Victory for Clean Water after Court Upholds Water Quality Control Commissions Definition of Surface Water Category: Environment
( Santa Fe , N.M. ) Governor Richardson today praised the state Court of Appeals’ ruling to uphold the New Mexico Water Quality Control Commission’s authority over all state surface waters after several industry groups filed an appeal of the commission’s decision. The decision involved... more...
May 16, 2007 DNC ANNOUNCES DATES, MEDIA SPONSORS AND LOCATIONS FOR SANCTIONED DEBATES Washington, DC - The Democratic National Committee in partnership with six state parties today announced the dates, media sponsors and cities for the six DNC sanctioned debates. Additional details regarding specifics for the individual debates including additional media partners and logistics... more...
May 15, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Appoints Directors of Eastern Sandoval County Arroyo Flood Control Authority SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today announced the appointment of five directors to the Eastern Sandoval County Arroyo Flood Control Authority (ESCFCA). This board was created by HB 939 Eastern Sandoval County Arroyo Flood Control Authority Act, which was signed during the 2007... more...
May 15, 2007 BINGAMAN TALKS HIGH GAS PRICES WITH NEW MEXICO RADIO REPORTERS WASHINGTON –During his weekly radio press conference with New Mexico radio reporters U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman talked about an Energy Committee hearing he held today on high gas prices. Bingaman also answered questions on a variety of other topics. Bingaman ’ s... more...
May 15, 2007 Pelosi: COPS Bill Honors Our Police Officers on This Peace Officers Memorial Day Category: Crime and Justice
Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after attending the National Peace Officers' Memorial Service this afternoon in honor of law enforcement officials who were killed in the line of duty in 2006. Later this afternoon, the House will vote on H.R.... more...
May 15, 2007 UDALL VOTES TO PUT 50,000 MORE COPS ON THE NATION'S STREETS Category: Crime and Justice
The House Restores the Highly Successful COPS Hiring Program WASHINGTON - Today, a bipartisan majority in the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1700, the COPS Reauthorization Act, a bill co-sponsored by U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., designed to help local law... more...
May 14, 2007 BINGAMAN TO HOLD ENERGY COMMITTEE HEARING TO EXAMINE HIGH GAS PRICES Category: Economy
BINGAMAN’ S SCHEDULE FOR MAY 14 - 18 WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman on Tuesday will chair a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee meeting to examine the short-term energy outlook for summer 2007, focusing on oil and gasoline.... more...
May 11, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Announces Higher Education Secretary Leaving for New Job SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson announced today that Dr. Beverlee J. McClure will leave her position as Secretary of the Higher Education Department to take a job as President and CEO of the Association of Commerce and Industry. The Governor will appoint a search committee to find a... more...
May 9, 2007 Governor Richardson Announces Three Winners of the 2007 Governor’s Cup Short Documentary Competition SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson today announced the winners of the 2007 Governor’s Cup Short Documentary Competition: Ramona Emerson of Albuquerque ; Armando Kirwin and Daniel Dinning of Albuquerque ; and Thomas Tischler of Santa Fe . “These... more...
May 9, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Orders Additional State Police to Border Category: Immigration
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today ordered the New Mexico State Police to increase its presence along the U.S. border with Mexico following several killings that have claimed the lives of at least six people in the Mexico town of Palomas , just across from Columbus ,... more...
May 9, 2007 BINGAMAN ADDRESSES SUMMIT ON DROPOUT PREVENTION Category: Education
SENATOR IS THE AUTHOR OF LEGISLATION TO BOOST GRADUATION RATES WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today joined First Lady Laura Bush, education advocates, and students at a summit aimed at addressing the country’s high school dropout problem. ... more...
May 9, 2007 UDALL SEEKS TO EXTEND & EXPAND OFFICE TO AID COLD WAR CLAIMANTS Category: Veteran Affairs
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., led a bipartisan group in introducing legislation to extend the life and expand the reach of the EEOICPA Ombudsman, a federal office created to aid sick cold war veterans making claims for compensation. Since the implementation... more...
May 9, 2007 Pelosi: Homeland Security Bill Provides for the Safety and Security of the American People Category: Homeland Defense
Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on H.R. 1684, the Department of Homeland Security Authorization bill, which the House will vote on this evening: "This evening, the House will have the opportunity to fulfill our first... more...
May 8, 2007 BINGAMAN TALKS WITH NEW MEXICO RADIO REPORTERS ABOUT HIS BILL TO BOOST HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION RATES Category: Working Families
WASHINGTON –During his weekly radio press conference with New Mexico radio reporters U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today talked about a bill he has introduced aimed at improving America's public high schools and high school graduation rates . Bingaman also answered questions on... more...
May 8, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Forms Intel Rapid Response Team to Prepare for Job Losses Category: Economy
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today announced the creation of a Rapid Response Team to start preparing to help Intel workers who may lose their jobs during the downsizing of the Rio Rancho plant. “I want the Intel Rapid Response team in place to... more...
May 7, 2007 State Treasurer Announces Appointment to Capitol Buildings Planning Commission State Treasurer Announces Appointment to Capitol Buildings Planning Commission Santa Fe – In the recently adjourned Legislative Session, Senate Bill 1061 was signed by the Governor adding the State Treasurer to the Capitol... more...
May 3, 2007 New Mexico’s First Lady Barbara Richardson Named Honorary Chair for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night Walk Category: Health Care
"While Much Progress Has Been Made in the Fight Against Blood Cancer, More Work must be done," Barbara Richardson Says. SANTA FE – The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society named Mrs. Barbara Richardson honorary chair of its annual Light The Night ®... more...
May 1, 2007 “Lawyer of the Year” ( SANTA FE )— Chief Deputy Attorney General Stuart Bluestone is being honored today with the Public Lawyer of the Year Award by the New Mexico State Bar Public Law Section. A public award ceremony is being held at the Capitol Rotunda at 4 p.m. Attorney... more...
May 1, 2007 BINGAMAN TALKS ENERGY/IRAQ SPENDING BILL WITH NEW MEXICO RADIO REPORTERS WASHINGTON –During his weekly radio press conference with New Mexico radio reporters U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman said he was pleased the Senate had approved the America COMPETES Act he helped write. Bingaman also answered questions on a variety of other topics. Bingaman ’ s... more...
May 1, 2007 BINGAMAN CHAIRS HEARING ON HOW TO EXPAND USE OF ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLES Category: Environment
VIEW SEN. BINGAMAN’S OPENING STATEMENT: http://bingaman.senate.govmediafiles//050107bingaman.wmv WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today chaired a hearing to explore what incentives Congress should... more...
May 1, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Reacts to Intel Production Changes SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson issued the following statement today in response to the announcement by Intel officials that the Rio Rancho plant will reduce its workforce by about 1,000 jobs: “While it is a reality that Intel must downsize to remain competitive... more...
Apr 27, 2007 UDALL ASKS PBS AND BURNS TO FULLY INCLUDE HISPANIC & NATIVE AMERICANS IN "THE WAR" Category: Veteran Affairs
WASHINGTON - This week, U.S. representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., sent the following letters to PBS President and C . E . O . and Producer Ken Burns asking them to fully incorporate the invaluable contributions of Hispanic and Native Americans into the... more...
Apr 26, 2007 Pelosi: 'I Urge the President to Sign This Bill so We Can Focus on Winning the War Against Terrorism' Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke this evening on the House floor in support of the Iraq Accountability Conference Report, which requires accountability for the war in Iraq and supports our troops and veterans. In her speech Pelosi said: "This bill... more...
Apr 25, 2007 Governor Signs Executive Order for Landslide in San Juan County ( Santa Fe , NM ) Governor Bill Richardson signed an Executive Order declaring a state of disaster for San Juan County . The emergency funding will aid Farmers Mutual Ditch in San Juan County , who were impacted by a landslide that disabled... more...
Apr 24, 2007 Tackling our Nation's Dropout Problem: Preparing Young Americans for Success Almost 20 years ago, the nation’s governors met with President George H.W. Bush in what was billed as the first and only education summit in the country. At that meeting, they set several national education goals, one of which called for increasing the national high school graduation rate... more...
Apr 23, 2007 Martin Heinrich to Take Leave of Absence from Richardson Administration SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson announced that Natural Resources Trustee Martin Heinrich will take an immediate leave of absence from state government while he considers a run for Congress. “I appreciate Martin’s dedicated service and his commitment to protecting... more...
Apr 20, 2007 Pelosi: Gonzales Must Resign Washington , D.C. —Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement this afternoon calling for the resignation of Attorney General Alberto Gonzales: “The Attorney General is the defender of the Constitution and the chief law enforcement... more...
Apr 19, 2007 Pelosi, Democrats Launch 100 Percent Carbon Neutral ‘Green the Capitol Initiative’ Category: Environment
Washington , D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi was joined this afternoon by Majority Leader Steny Hoyer and Legislative Branch Appropriations Subcommittee Chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz in accepting a preliminary report by the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of... more...
Apr 19, 2007 Attorney General Works with Mexico to Bring Criminals to Justice Category: Crime and Justice
( SANTA FE )--- Continuing the collaboration between the New Mexico Attorney General’s Office and the Mexican state of Chihuahua , Attorney General Gary King today announced another cooperative effort that benefits both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border. “An Assistant... more...
Apr 19, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Announces Higher Education Campus Safety Task Force Recommendations to Safeguard Students and Campus Communities SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today announced the creation of a higher education Campus Safety Task Force. The task force was created in response to the tragedy at Virginia Tech on April 16,... more...
Apr 13, 2007 Governor Richardson Signs Landmark Public Campaign Financing Bill; Makes State Second in Nation to Provide Public Financing for Statewide Judicial Elections ( Santa Fe , NM ) – Governor Bill Richardson today signed a key part of his ethics reform agenda. House Bill 6, Public Financing of Statewide Campaigns, will enable judicial candidates to receive public funding to run for statewide Court of Appeals and Supreme Court races. Under... more...
Apr 12, 2007 Democratic National Committee Announces Senior Leadership Team for Denver 2008 Convention Washington, DC –Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean today announced the six members of the senior leadership team for the 2008 Democratic National Convention Committee (DNCC). This talented group of professionals brings extensive experience representative of the commitment to... more...
Apr 11, 2007 BINGAMAN: N.M. AIRPORTS TO RECEIVE MILLIONS IN FEDERAL GRANTS Category: Economy
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today confirmed that New Mexico airports are in line to receive a total of more than $17 million this year from the Federal Aviation Administration to pay for upgrades and safety equipment. “Federal funding helps ensure New Mexico airports remain... more...
Apr 11, 2007 Attorney General Gary King Says Oil Company Merger Needs More Study (SANTA FE)--- Attorney General Gary King today says his office needs more facts before deciding what position to take on the proposed merger between Western Refining and Giant Industries. The Federal Trade Commission however, says it will attempt to block the $1.4 billion deal in... more...
Apr 10, 2007 New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson Meets with North Korean General, Promised Remains of Six American Soldiers Category: Foreign Policy
Bipartisan Delegation Urges North Koreans to Shutdown Nuclear Reactor, Resume Negotiations ( Pyonyang , North Korea ) – New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson secured assurances today from the Panmunjom Mission of the Korean People's Army (KPA) that North Korea will... more...
Apr 10, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Enacts Legislation to Improve Health Care for New Mexicans Category: Health Care
( Santa Fe , NM ) – Governor Richardson enacted several pieces of legislation during the recently completed legislative session to expand and improve health care for New Mexicans. “It was an enormously productive session in the health care arena,” said Governor Richardson. “We... more...
Apr 3, 2007 Governor Richardson Comments on Spaceport Ballot Initiative Vote Governor Richardson issued the following statement with regard to the Spaceport Ballot Initiative vote: "We knew this would be a close election and that’s proven true, as tonight the vote is simply to close to call. What is clear is that the voters of Dona Ana are both... more...
Apr 2, 2007 UDALL: LET COURT RULING SERVE AS WAKE-UP CALL Category: Environment
WASHINGTON -U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., released the following statement today in reaction to the Supreme Court's decision directing the Environmental Protection Agency to address automobile produced greenhouse gasses. "Today's ruling is based on rigorous science and clear... more...
Mar 30, 2007 Governor Richardson’s Bill Action Current as of March 30, 2007 @ 2:00 pm SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson signed numerous bills into legislation today. The Governor has until April 6 to take action on all other bills passed before the end of the session. ... more...
Mar 30, 2007 Attorney General Applauds Payday Loan Regulation (SANTA FE)--- Attorney General Gary King today applauded House Bill 92, the Payday Loan bill, signed into law by the Governor this morning. The legislation has been a priority for the AG and his predecessor. “It’s critical for New Mexico consumer protection to have sound... more...
Mar 29, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson to Sign Bills, Meet with Chinese Ambassador on Friday SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson will sign the Payday Lending Bill and also meet with the Ambassador of China, TOMORROW, Friday, March 30, 2007. Friday, March 30 10:00 a.m.... more...
Mar 27, 2007 Pelosi: Democratic Budget Resolution Restores Fiscal Responsibility and Accountability Washington, D.C. - This week the House will vote on H. Con. Res. 99, the Democratic budget resolution to restore fiscal responsibility and accountability, strengthen our national defense, and invest in the next generation and America's prosperity. "While the... more...
Mar 26, 2007 BINGAMAN TO INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO BOOST BIOFUEL USE Category: Environment
BINGAMAN’ S SCHEDULE FOR MARCH 26-30 WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman, chairman of the Energy Committee this week will introduce legislation with Senator Pete Domenici that aims to expedite the entry of home-grown, economical, feedstock-diverse, biologically-derived... more...
Mar 23, 2007 UDALL VOTES TO END U.S. INVOLVEMENT IN IRAQ Category: Foreign Policy
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., released the following statement on the U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health, and Iraq Accountability Act of 2007 , which passed the House by a vote of 218 to 212 : " There are no easy choices to be... more...
Mar 19, 2007 BINGAMAN TO HIGHLIGHT CHANGE TO MEDICAID WOULD AFFECT NEW MEXICO Category: Health Care
BINGAMAN’ S SCHEDULE FOR MARCH 19-23 WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman on Wednesday will take part in a news conference to highlight problems anticipated by a change to Medicaid rules. Bingaman is working to prevent the... more...
Mar 17, 2007 Funding Allows Spaceport to Move Forward SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson worked with the Legislature to secure $33 million in immediate funding to proceed with Spaceport America final design and road construction, according to Rick Homans, Chairman of the New Mexico Spaceport Authority and Cabinet Secretary for... more...
Mar 16, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Calls Passage of Minimum Wage the “Crown Jewel” of his Legislative Agenda Category: Working Families
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson issued the following statement tonight following the passage of a minimum wage bill: “This is a great day for working New Mexico families,” Governor Bill Richardson said. “Raising the minimum wage is the crown jewel of our... more...
Mar 15, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Signs Capital Outlay Bill SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson signed a historic capital outlay package this evening that invests $622 million in priority projects across New Mexico . The Governor did not veto any projects, but vowed to continue to pursue reforms in order to better prioritize capital spending... more...
Mar 14, 2007 Larger Public Trails Networks May Soon Become a Statewide Reality Santa Fe, NM – People who love to walk along ditches owned by conservancy and irrigation districts operating up and down the Rio Grande can look forward to the development of more trails as a result of the passage of Senate Bill 486, sponsored by Senator Dede Feldman (D-Bernalillo-13),... more...
Mar 14, 2007 Senator Ulibarri Works to Reduce Detention Costs and Support Rehabilitation Santa Fe, NM – "Costs of incarceration are the largest single drain on county funds for day-to-day operations. Electronic monitoring programs are far more cost-effective. Current technology even permits real time tracking of where a person goes. And electronic monitoring takes less... more...
Mar 14, 2007 Senator Continues Work of Making State's Road Safer Santa Fe, NM – Senator Phil A. Griego (D-Los Alamos, Mora, Sandoval, San Miguel, Santa Fe and Taos-39), is serious about making our citizens safer on the State’s roads: "I introduced Senate Bill 437 because I know it can help prevent some tragedies such as the one that devastated the... more...
Mar 13, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Signs Smoking Ban SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today signed the Dee Johnson Indoor Air Act (HB 283) into law today, banning smoking in bars, restaurants and workplaces. “The advantages of a law like this – dramatically reducing exposure to second-hand smoke – far outweigh any... more...
Mar 13, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Praises Senate Passage of Gaming Compact SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today released the following statement in response to the Senate’s 27-14 vote to pass a new gaming compact negotiated by the Governor and 10 gaming tribes: “I am pleased that the Senate recognized the value of this new compact to the entire state,” Governor... more...
Mar 12, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Signs New Mexico Cockfighting Ban Category: Rural Issues
( Santa Fe , NM ) – New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson today enacted a ban on cockfighting in New Mexico . With his signature, Senate Bill 10, a long sought statewide ban on cockfighting, became the law in New Mexico . “Senate Bill 10 is fair and it is humane,... more...
Mar 12, 2007 Pelosi: Shift of Mission of U.S. Forces from Combat to Training an Essential Element of Success in Iraq Category: Foreign Policy
Washington, D.C - Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement today on a news story in The Los Angeles Times today that American military planners have begun planning a strategy for Iraq that includes a gradual withdrawal of forces and a renewed emphasis on training Iraqi fighters:... more...
Mar 12, 2007 UDALL BACKS BILL TO ENSURE WOUNDED SOLDIERS HIGHEST QUALITY OF CARE Category: Veteran Affairs
WASHINGTON - In the wake of the Walter Reed Army Medical Center (WRAMC) scandal, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., announced his cosponsorship of H.R. 1268, the "Dignity for Wounded Warriors Act of 2007." "The dark details surfacing about the tragic situation at Walter Reed Army Medical... more...
Mar 12, 2007 US Highway 491 Expansion Construction Funds Secure, State Senator John Pinto Urges Navajo Nation and New Mexico Department of Transporation to Finalize Agreements and Begin Construction Santa Fe, NM – Although one more week remains of the 2007 New Mexico State Legislative Session, Senator John Pinto (D-McKinley and San Juan-3) feels confident that funding for expansion construction of US 491, formerly US 666, located on the Navajo Nation and considered "one of the... more...
Mar 12, 2007 Mine Safety Legislation Would Protect Mine Employees and Industry Santa Fe, NM – "By protecting our mining employees we also support our mining industry. Senate Bill 819 does both by updating our State’s mine safety law and repealing outdated State laws that have been replaced by broader federal mine safety laws. This measure also strengthens the hand... more...
Mar 12, 2007 Improvement, Expansion of University Facilities to Benefit from Surcharge for Bonding Santa Fe, NM – "Senate Bill 717 allows the University of New Mexico and New Mexico State University to create revenue streams that will allow them to build or renovate their large athletic facilities. The rapid growth of the sports-related part of our State’s economy means it is... more...
Mar 8, 2007 Pelosi Remarks on Democratic Plan to Support Our Troops, Help Our Veterans and Hold Iraqis Accountable Category: Veteran Affairs
Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke this morning at a press conference with other senior Democrats about the military funding bill, the Supporting Our Troops, Veterans' Health and Iraq Accountability Act . Below are Pelosi's opening remarks. A... more...
Mar 8, 2007 Governor Richardson Enacts Most Comprehensive Set of Landowner Protections in Country Category: Environment
Santa Fe, NM ) – Governor Bill Richardson signed House Bill 827, sponsored by Representative Andy Nunez, to create the Surface Owners Protection Act, which is the most far-reaching set of landowner protections in the country. “Today I am proud to sign the... more...
Mar 8, 2007 Transcript of Today's Pelosi, Obey, Skelton and Murtha Press Conference Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Congressman David Obey, Congressman Ike Skelton and Congressman John Murtha held a news conference this morning in the Capitol to discuss the military funding bill, the U.S. Troop Readiness, Veterans' Health and Iraq Accountability Act. Below is a... more...
Mar 8, 2007 Pelosi on House Vote to Create Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming Category: Environment
Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today after the House of Representatives approved the creation of a Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming on a vote of 269 to 150, with 44 Republicans voting in favor: ... more...
Mar 8, 2007 Attorney General Gary King Applauds Landmark Law for New Mexico Category: Agriculture
(SANTA FE)--- Attorney General Gary King today praised efforts to pass the Surface Owners Protection Act at the official bill-signing ceremony held by the Governor. The new law requires energy companies to provide New Mexico landowners with extensive information about pending oil and... more...
Mar 8, 2007 Bingaman Joins In Reintroducing Initiative To Reduce Gasoline Consumption Category: Environment
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman has joined Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) and others in introducing bipartisan legislation that aims to reduce the United States' gasoline consumption by nearly half a trillion gallons by 2028, greatly decrease the country's dependence on foreign oil.... more...
Mar 7, 2007 Bringing Balance to the Lieutenant Governor Succession Santa Fe, NM – "At the present time, a vacancy in the office of Lieutenant Governor is filled by the Governor without any input from anyone else. Senate Joint Resolution 9 provides that the Senate must confirm the appointment of the Lieutenant Governor. The Constitution requires Senate... more...
Mar 7, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Praises New Mexico Memorial Urging Congressional funding for U.S. Military Equipment and Armor Category: Veteran Affairs
SANTA FE – New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson said he fully supports a memorial passed today by the New Mexico Legislature that urges Congress and the President to support the necessary funding for basic life-saving armor and equipment that protects U.S. troops serving in Iraq .... more...
Mar 7, 2007 More Flexible Use of Emergency Service and Communications Gross Receipts Tax Benefits Behavioral Health Santa Fe, NM – "We have an acute shortage of behavioral health services in our State. Our counties constantly struggle to provide those services because behavioral health issues affect detention costs, public safety costs and the cost of other social services. I introduced Senate Bill... more...
Mar 7, 2007 Proposed Act Creates New Options for Dealing with Substance Abuse-Related Crimes Santa Fe, NM -Our current approaches for dealing with drug-related crimes are dealing with the symptoms, not the problem. And one result is our clogged detention facilities. That is why I introduced Senate Bill 620, and I am grateful to my colleagues who helped pass it in the Senate... more...
Mar 6, 2007 Gross Receipts Tax Incentive Will Make State Attractive to New Energy Industry Efforts Santa Fe, NM – "Senate Bill 994 carefully balances environmental protections with providing inducements for attracting new energy industry efforts and jobs to our State," commented Senator Carlos R. Cisneros (D-Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe and Taos-6), sponsor of the measure.... more...
Mar 6, 2007 Large Step Taken toward Offsetting County Jail Expenses for Holding State Prisoners Category: Rural Issues
Santa Fe, NM – "I know the largest single general fund budget item for almost every county in the State is how much they are paying to operation their detention facilities. A big part of these expenditures is because of their obligation to hold State felony offenders – principally... more...
Mar 6, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Refuses to Wait for Washington; Takes Action to Help Veterans Access Services Category: Veteran Affairs
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today outlined several initiatives, and announced new efforts to help veterans, including those veterans returning to New Mexico from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan . “In the last week, the American people have been shocked... more...
Mar 6, 2007 Small Contractors and Public Projects to Benefit from Measure Resetting Bonding Limits Santa Fe, NM – "We need to level the playing field as much as we can for our smaller contractors. And if we can save money on public projects while doing that, it’s even better. That’s why I sponsored Senate Bill 227," said Senator Pete Campos (D-Guadalupe, Mora, San Miguel, Santa Fe... more...
Mar 6, 2007 Pelosi Statement on Bipartisan Commission on Walter Reed, Military Hospitals Category: Veteran Affairs
Washington , D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the poor care soldiers have received at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and other facilities: "Revelations of poor care of wounded soldiers and veterans at Walter... more...
Mar 6, 2007 Pelosi: We Have Had the Courage to Make History, Now Let Us Have the Courage to Make Progress Washington , D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke this afternoon at EMILY's List Majority Council Luncheon. Below are her remarks as prepared: "Thank you again for the opportunity to come before you and to thank you. ... more...
Mar 6, 2007 UDALL BILL TO NAME COURTHOUSE FOR CAMPOS CLEARS HOUSE Category: Rural Issues
WASHINGTON - Legislation to designate the United States District Courthouse located on South Federal Place in Santa Fe as the "Santiago E. Campos United States Courthouse" unanimously passed the House of Representatives today, said the bill's sponsor U.S. Representative Tom... more...
Mar 6, 2007 Attorney General Gary King Joins Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Prevent and Reduce Underage Drinking Category: Crime and Justice
(SANTA FE)— Acting Surgeon General Kenneth Moritsugu has issued a Call to Action To Prevent and Reduce Underage Drinking . The report identifies underage drinking as a “major societal problem with enormous health and safety consequences” that “will demand the Nation’s attention and... more...
Mar 6, 2007 FORMER US ATTORNEY CONTRADICTS WILSON, DOMENICI Albuquerque, NM – The depths of vulnerable Republican Congresswoman Heather Wilson’s hypocrisy was exposed today. In front of House and Senate Committees, recently ousted U.S. Attorney David Iglesias testified that Wilson and U.S. Senator Pete Domenici pressured him to speed up ongoing... more...
Mar 5, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Enacts Landmark Clean Energy Bills to Create Jobs, Keep Air Clean Category: Environment
SB 418, HB188 will Increase Generation and Promote Export of Clean Electricity SANTA FE -- Governor Bill Richardson today signed two major cornerstones of his clean energy agenda. Senate Bill 418 will dramatically increase New Mexico ’s Renewable Portfolio... more...
Mar 5, 2007 CREW FILES ETHICS COMPLAINT AGAINST SEN. DOMENICI Category: Crime and Justice
Washington, DC - Today Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington (CREW) asked the Senate Select Committee on Ethics to investigate whether Sen. Pete V. Domenici (R-NM) violated Senate Rules by contacting the U.S. Attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico, David C. Iglesias, and... more...
Mar 5, 2007 Senate Joint Resolution Underscored Importance of Nuclear Energy for Cleaning Up Environment while Addressing Our Energy Needs Category: Environment
Santa Fe, NM – "I am confident a paradigm shift is coming that will provide clearer thinking about how to address our environmental and energy problems and that the result will be a recognition of the importance of nuclear power to solving those problems." This is the sentiment Senator David... more...
Mar 5, 2007 Pelosi on Walter Reed Hearings: Democrats Restoring Long Overdue Oversight of Bush Administration Category: Veteran Affairs
Washington , D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement following a hearing this morning by the Oversight and Government Reform Committee on the care of wounded troops at Walter Reed Army Medical Center . Other committees will hold hearings later this... more...
Mar 5, 2007 Democrats re-elect chairman Stallings, change caucus date BOISE, Idaho – Idaho Democrats had a busy but fun-filled time this weekend as the state central committee selected Feb. 5, 2008, as the party’s new presidential caucus date. The committee also re-elected Richard Stallings to another 2-year term. more...
Mar 2, 2007 Governor Richardson Applauds Legislative Endorsement of Landmark Renewable Energy Bills Category: Environment
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today applauded the passage of two cornerstones of his clean energy agenda. The New Mexico House today passed Senate Bill 418 to require that at least 15 percent of an electric utility's power supply come from renewable sources by 2015 and 20... more...
Mar 1, 2007 Second-Newest Senator Shepherds First Bill Through the Senate Santa Fe, NM – "For a minute I thought I had lost a perfectly reasonable bill," said Senator David Ulibarri (D-Cibola, Socorro and Valencia-30), newly appointed Senator for Senate District 30. Senator Ulibarri was subject to a last-minute "initiation" in which the Senate first failed to... more...
Mar 1, 2007 Rural Jobs Tax Credit Bill to Boost Rural Economies Category: Rural Issues
Santa Fe, NM – "I think it’s important to keep the rural job tax credit incentive in place. It’s one way to attract jobs in new types of employment to the rural parts of our state," said Senator Carlos Cisneros (D-Los Alamos, Santa Fe, Rio Arriba and Taos-6) about Senate Bill 495. The... more...
Mar 1, 2007 A Boon for the Public -- Larger Trails Networks across the State Category: Rural Issues
Santa Fe, NM – "This bill lays a foundation for creating and expanding our State’s trail systems in some of our loveliest settings," said Senator Dede Feldman (D-Bernalillo-13) when asked about Senate Bill 486 which was passed by the State Senate yesterday. Senate Bill 486, as... more...
Mar 1, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Takes Action to Free Up $750,000 for Emergency Fire Fighting Efforts Category: Homeland Defense
( Santa Fe , NM ) – Governor Bill Richardson has taken action to free up an additional $750,000 million in state funds to help with fire prevention and fire clean up efforts currently being conducted in New Mexico . This executive order provides $750,000 to the Forestry Division of the... more...
Mar 1, 2007 State's Newest Senator Rolls Up her Sleeves and Gets To Work Category: Native American Affairs
Santa Fe, NM – "Don’t give me a hard time," said Senator Lynda M. Lovejoy (D-Bernalillo, Cibola, McKinley, Rio Arriba and Sandoval-22), the Senate’s newest Senator as she presented her first measure, Senate Bill 1170 on the Senate Floor today. Her proposed legislation, which would add the... more...
Feb 28, 2007 Innovative Computer Recycling Measure Moving through the Legislature Category: Education
Santa Fe- The Senate Public Affairs Committee, yesterday, gave a 7-2 Do Pass to a Committee Substitute for Senator Mary Jane Garcia’s Senate Bill 1184- Info Technology Producer Responsibility. The measure enacts the Consumer Information Technology Recycling Act, which would... more...
Feb 27, 2007 Attorney General Gary King Wins Stay In Governor’s Case (SANTA FE)--- The New Mexico Supreme Court has granted a stay requested by Attorney General Gary King on behalf of Governor Bill Richardson. The lawsuit asked the court to stay and toll the time period for the Governor to appoint a judge in Southeast New Mexico. The court was... more...
Feb 27, 2007 Governor Richardson Applauds State House Approval of GRIP II Category: Economy
Santa Fe, NM - Governor Bill Richardson today applauded the New Mexico House of Representatives for its overwhelming approval of GRIP II, which is a plan to work with local communities across New Mexico to invest in vital transportation projects. The plan is an offshoot of GRIP... more...
Feb 27, 2007 UDALL STATEMENT ON IRAQ 'NEIGHBORS MEETING' Category: Foreign Policy
WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., released the following statement today in reaction to Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice's announcement that the U.S. will participate in "neighbors meeting" with Iraq, Iran and Syria: "I commend the Iraqi... more...
Feb 27, 2007 Governor Richardson Responds to Iowa Request; Waives Load Limits on New Category: Economy
Governor Richardson Responds to Iowa Request; Waives Load Limits on New Mexico Highways Santa Fe, NM - Governor Richardson today responded to a request from Iowa Governor Chet Culver and waived load limits on New Mexico highways to aid the State of Iowa during their state of emergency. Over the... more...
Feb 27, 2007 Success Scholarship Lottery Reform Bill Gains Steam Category: Education
anta Fe, NM – "I want to thank the Senators who supported Senate Bill 364, which will make additional funding available for student Success Scholarships. I am hopeful that the members of the House will see the same benefits in this measure as those in the Senate. Without the additional... more...
Feb 27, 2007 Senator Nava Honored as Legislator of the Year Santa Fe, NM – Senator Cynthia Nava (D-Dona Ana-31) has been named “Legislator of the Year” by Lutheran Office of Governmental Ministry—New Mexico (LOGM-NM). The recognition was made at the annual Bishop’s Luncheon held on February 22, 2007 by LOGM-NM. In making the award, the LOGM-NM noted that... more...
Feb 26, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Hails Billion Dollar Intel Investment as ‘Major Victory’ for New Mexico SANTA FE, NM -- Governor Bill Richardson today hailed Intel's announced $1 billion-plus investment and retooling of Fab 11X at Intel’s Rio Rancho, NM manufacturing plant as a major victory for New Mexico and proof that the state's economic policies are working. "Intel could... more...
Feb 26, 2007 Attorney General King Urging A “Do Pass” On Consumer Law Category: Crime and Justice
(SANTA FE, NM)— Attorney General Gary King encourages New Mexico lawmakers to pass Senate Bill 448, the “Credit Report Security Act,” which would help protect consumers from identity theft. The bill, recently passed on a unanimous committee vote in the Senate,... more...
Feb 26, 2007 Attorney General Gary King Announces Indictments in Vote Buying Case Category: Crime and Justice
SANTA FE)---Attorney General Gary King says Grand Jury indictments have been released against two Rio Arriba County men in connection with vote buying allegations in that county. Steve Sanchez, of Abiquiu and Michael Garcia, of Santa Cruz, each face counts of offering a bribe and... more...
Feb 26, 2007 Senator Phil Griego Introduces Quarto-Centennial Joint Memorial Santa Fe, NM Senator Phil Griego (D-Los Alamos, Mora, San Miguel, Santa Fe and Taos-39), an ardent advocate of New Mexico history and culture, has introduced Senate Joint Memorial 45 which commemorates theQuarto-Centennial of Santa Fe's founding. My roots go back to the original... more...
Feb 26, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Announces Love Lies Bleeding to be filmed in New Mexico February 26, 2007 New Mexico Film Office 505-827-9810 SANTA FE—Governor Bill Richardson today announced that the feature film Love Lies Bleeding will shoot in New Mexico. Love Lies Bleeding is the story of a struggling young couple who stumbles upon a cache of dirty money after a shootout in... more...
Feb 26, 2007 Valencia County Delegation Pulls Successfully for Constituents Santa Fe, NM – "The citizens of Valencia County can be proud of the results achieved so far by their legislative delegation," said Senator Michael Sanchez (D-Valencia-29) in pointing to the funding being provided to the County through Senate Bill 710. The measure, which appropriates $79.2... more...
Feb 26, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Leads Regional Climate Change Category: Environment
(Santa Fe, NM) – Governor Bill Richardson today joined the Governors of Arizona,California, Oregon and Washington to announce the formation of the Western Regional Climate Action Initiative to implement a joint strategy to reduce greenhouse gasemissions. At the annual winter meeting of... more...
Feb 26, 2007 Cyber Academy Would Jumpstart Technology in State's Schools Santa Fe, NM ¡V ¡§This measure is a down payment that will jumpstart the movement of New Mexico¡¦s schools toward Twenty-first Century technology at the same time that it expands access by smaller schools to teaching excellence and advanced curricula,¡¨ said Senator Cynthia Nava of Senate Bill... more...
Feb 25, 2007 Senator Expresses Concern and Support for Belen Constituents Impacted by Bosque Wildfire Santa Fe, NM – “Belen is my home – where I live, have grown up and have friend and family -- so I am very concerned for what the fire south of Belen has done to those whose homes and families have been impacted,” said Senator Michael S. Sanchez about the fire south of Belen. “While I... more...
Feb 23, 2007 Attorney General Gary King Sues Judicial Commission For Governor Category: Crime and Justice
(SANTA FE)--- Attorney General Gary King has petitioned the New Mexico Supreme Court on behalf of Governor Bill Richardson to prevent the Fifth Judicial District Nominating Commission from refusing to provide the Governor the names of at least two qualified nominees so that he can choose and... more...
Feb 23, 2007 Development of State Strategic Water Reserve Will Assist with Stabilizing Water Supplies Category: Environment
Santa Fe, NM – “Developing a Strategic Water Reserve at the State level will give the Interstate Stream Commission (ISC) additional tools for ensuring that we meet our interstate water compact obligations while minimizing disruption of the water supply for public and private users.... more...
Feb 23, 2007 Senate Bill 534 Will Open the Door to Making Affordable Housing a Reality at the Local Level Santa Fe, NM – “I am sponsoring Senate Bill 534 so that our County and municipal governments can start to structure realistic housing programs that reach those who are most in need of affordable housing. This measure makes real the promise made by and to New Mexicans last year when they approved... more...
Feb 22, 2007 Renewable Energy to Become a Significant Part of the State's Energy Future under Senate Bill 418 Category: Environment
Santa Fe, NM – “While it took some work to negotiate the language in this proposed measure, we now have a viable basis for ensuring that our State’s energy inventory will soon incorporate meaningful renewable energy components,” said Senator Michael S. Sanchez (D-Valencia-29) regarding Senate... more...
Feb 21, 2007 Pelosi Statement on British Troop Withdrawal Category: Foreign Policy
Washington, D.C. - House Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the announcement that Britain will start pulling troops out of Iraq in the coming months: "The President's escalation plan to send more U.S. troops to Iraq is out of step with the... more...
Feb 20, 2007 Human Trafficking Bill Clears Senate Committee Category: Crime and Justice
(Santa Fe) —Attorney General Gary King says making it a crime to traffic human beings is another step toward becoming law in New Mexico. SB 778, sponsored by Senator Mary Jane Garcia, cleared the Senate Public Affairs Committee and now moves ahead for further consideration.... more...
Feb 20, 2007 Senate Joint Resolution 5 Not a Symbolic Gesture Santa Fe, NM – Senate Joint Resolution 5 (SJR 5)will be heard this week in the Senate Public Affairs Committee. The resolutions, sponsored by Senators John T. L. Grubesic (D-Santa Fe-25) and Gerald Ortiz y Pino (D-Bernalillo-12), calls for the United States Congress to begin an investigation... more...
Feb 20, 2007 Governor Richardson Calls for Restoration of Indian Health Care Funding, Category: Native American Affairs
Santa Fe, NM -- Governor Richardson today urged the New Mexico congressional delegation to support funding for Indian health care and to help reauthorize the Indian Health Care Improvement Act in the new Congress. First enacted in 1976 and reauthorized four times since then, the Indian... more...
Feb 20, 2007 Roadblocks to Broader College and University Research and Development Being Removed Category: Education
Santa Fe, NM – In discussing Senate Bill 733 which she sponsored, Senator Mary Kay Papen (D-Dona Ana-38) said, “When some of our institutions of higher education have been approached to form research park corporations to work with students to produce movies or other media products, or to lease... more...
Feb 20, 2007 Senator Bernadette Sanchez Criticizes House Floor Substitute for Payday Lending Bill Category: Crime and Justice
Santa Fe, NM – “I am very disappointed with the changed compromise payday lending proposal that is on its way to the Senate because the changes made on the House Floor do not comply with the agreement the parties had regarding the bill,” Senator Bernadette M. Sanchez (D-Bernalillo-26) said about... more...
Feb 19, 2007 Governor Richardson Announces Tesla Motors Assembly Facility for Albuquerque; 400 New High Wage Jobs Category: Economy
February 19, 2007 Jon Goldstein 505-476-2248 SANTA FE – Governor Richardson announced today that Tesla Motors will build a new automobile assembly facility in Albuquerque, bringing 400 high wage jobs and a total capital investment of 35 million dollars. Construction on the 150,000 square foot... more...
Feb 16, 2007 Pelosi: Iraq Resolution Will Signal a Change in Direction and Bring Our Troops Category: Foreign Policy
Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi spoke on the House floor today, after four days of debate on a bipartisan resolution expressing support for our troops and disapproving of the President's escalation plan in Iraq. Below are the Speaker's remarks: "My colleagues, for four days and... more...
Feb 16, 2007 UDALL VOTES AGAINST ESCALATION OF IRAQ WAR Category: Foreign Policy
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., released the following statement after casting his vote in support of the House Concurrent Resolution on Iraq. Although brief, H.Con.Res. 63 reaffirms American and Congressional support for the men and women serving in the Armed Forces... more...
Feb 15, 2007 AG’s Bill to Prohibit Modern Day Slavery Category: Civil Rights
(Santa Fe, NM)— Attorney General Gary King is pushing for criminalization of human trafficking in New Mexico with legislation currently making its way through the Legislature. SB 778 would make it a crime to subject a person to force, fraud or coercion for the purpose... more...
Feb 15, 2007 UDALL: NO MORE TROOPS INTO IRAQ CIVIL WAR Category: Foreign Policy
WASHINGTON - This evening, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., delivered the following floor speech in support of the House Continuing Resolution on Iraq. Although brief, H.Con.Res. 63 has been debated for the past three days and reaffirms American and Congressional support for the men and... more...
Feb 15, 2007 Bingaman Questions Safety Of Soldiers, Urges Defense Secretary To Take Action Category: Foreign Policy
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said it is vital that the Bush Administration to take the steps necessary to protect the lives of the American men and women serving in Iraq. According to a 2005 Department of Defense report, many of the fatalities caused by upper body injuries in... more...
Feb 14, 2007 Governor Richardson Applauds House Passage of Renewable Energy Category: Environment
Clean Energy Bill Passes 50-16; Moves to Senate SANTA FE - The New Mexico House of Representatives today overwhelmingly passed legislation to promote the generation and transmission of clean, renewable electricity in New Mexico. The Renewable Energy Transmission Authority (RETA) Act (House Bill... more...
Feb 14, 2007 Governor Richardson Issues Statement on the Death of Spaceport Authority SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson released the following statement today on the death of Lonnie Sumpter, executive director of the New Mexico Spaceport Authority: "Lonnie was a true public servant and dedicated the last 15 years of his life to building a new space industry in New Mexico,"... more...
Feb 14, 2007 Measure Transferring Behavioral Health Division Moves to House Category: Health Care
Santa Fe, NM ¡V Senate Bill 212, sponsored by Senator Mary Kay Papen (D-DoƒÊa Ana-39), cleared the Senate Floor on Tuesday, February 12 and has crossed over to the House of Representatives for consideration. In the House the bill has been assigned to the House Health and Government Affairs... more...
Feb 13, 2007 Bingaman: Land Transfer 171 Acres Of BLM Land To Rio Arriba County Is Finalized Category: Agriculture
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today reported that 171 acres of land has been officially transferred to Rio Arriba County from the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). Bingaman is the author of legislation that required the transfer. The "Rio Arriba County Land Conveyance Act", which... more...
Feb 12, 2007 Health Security Act Receives Committee Approval Category: Health Care
Santa Fe, NM – Senate Bill 720, introduced by Senator Carlos Cisneros (D-Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe and Taos-6) won approval today from the Senate Judiciary Committee. The bill would be a giant step toward providing health care coverage for all New Mexicans. ... more...
Feb 9, 2007 BIPARTISAN GROUP INTRODUCES RENEWABLE PORTFOLIO STANDARDS BILL Category: Environment
WASHINGTON -- U.S. Representatives Tom Udall (D-NM), Todd Platts (R-PA), Frank Pallone (D-NJ), Mark Udall (D-CO), Chris Shays (R-CT), Diana DeGette (D-CO), Jerry McNerny (D-CA) and Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) today introduced bipartisan legislation to establish a federal Renewable Portfolio Standard... more...
Feb 9, 2007 DPS Places David Siebers Back on Sex Offender Web Site Following New Review Category: Crime and Justice
Santa Fe —Following a second review of law enforcement records ordered by Governor Bill Richardson, the state Department of Public Safety will post the name and photo of David Siebers, a convicted sex offender, on the Internet. “If someone is convicted of a sex... more...
Feb 9, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Orders Audit of Secretary of State Budget SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson has directed the state Department of Finance & Administration to conduct a thorough audit of the Secretary of State’s budget and financial transactions. Governor Richardson is taking the action in response to the Finance Department’s initial... more...
Feb 9, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Announces Settlement on Public Records SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today announced that a settlement has been reached between the Department of Public Safety and several media outlets on a lawsuit dealing with public records. The settlement agreement sets consistent guidelines for the Department of... more...
Feb 7, 2007 Udall Bill to Combat Meth on Native Lands Clears Committee Unanimously Category: Native American Affairs
WASHINGTON - U.S. Representatives Tom Udall, D-N.M., and Dale Kildee D-MI, lauded the House Judiciary Committee's passage of their legislation to make available federal grants to help combat methamphetamine in Indian Country. The Native American Methamphetamine Enforcement and Treatment... more...
Feb 7, 2007 Attorney General Gary King Says Governor’s Fundraising OK (SANTA FE)--- New Mexico Attorney General Gary King today issued an opinion that says Governor Bill Richardson’s presidential run fundraising does not conflict with state law. The AG says, “I recognized the importance of this question as soon as it was raised and the reasons... more...
Feb 7, 2007 Bingaman: New Mexico Fire Departments To Benefit From Federal Funds Category: Homeland Defense
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today announced that two New Mexico fire departments have been awarded funding through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) Assistance to Firefighters Grant program. Funding can be used to implement operational and firefighter safety... more...
Feb 7, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Urges Action on Medical Marijuana Bill SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today urged the Legislature to pass a bill that will provide much-needed relief for New Mexicans suffering from debilitating diseases. “I continue to support a medical marijuana bill that includes proper safeguards to prevent abuse,”... more...
Feb 7, 2007 New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson Meets with UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon NEW YORK – New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson today met with new United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to discuss the Governor’s recent trip to Sudan to broker a cease-fire agreement between the government and rebel leaders. Governor Richardson and... more...
Feb 6, 2007 Senator Ulibarri Sponsors Joint Memorial Affirming Importance of Uranium and Nuclear Energy Production Santa Fe, NM – Senator David Ulibarri (D-Cibola, Socorro and Valencia-30), has introduced a Senate Memorial designed to call attention to the importance to New Mexico of uranium production and the energy produced from enriched uranium. New Mexico has the largest proven uranium resources of any... more...
Feb 5, 2007 UDALL STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT'S FY08 BUDGET REQUEST Category: Economy
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., released the following statement on the President's Fiscal Year 200 8 Budget request: "Although the President and I do not have many shared priorities and his new budget request is not surprising, I am nonetheless... more...
Feb 5, 2007 Legislation to Open Legislative Conference Committees Moves Forward Santa Fe, NM – Senate Bill 288, introduced by Senator Dede Feldman (D-Bernalillo-13), and that would require that legislative conference committees be open to the public, has cleared the Senate Rules Committee today. The measure now moves to the Senate Public Affairs Committee. Senate... more...
Feb 3, 2007 New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson’s Unmatched Experience Offers Clear Difference to DNC Delegates SANTA FE, NM- Governor Bill Richardson today addressed delegates to the annual Democratic National Committee’s winter meeting and showed why his unparalleled experience makes him a strong contender for the 2008 Democratic Presidential nomination. The Governor, a former Congressman, UN... more...
Feb 3, 2007 Usury Law Prohibiting Predatory Lending Advances Category: Economy
Santa Fe, NM – Senate Bill 393, introduced by Senator Bernadette Sánchez (D-26-Bernalillo), and designed to eliminate predatory lending in New Mexico, is scheduled to be heard by the Senate Judiciary Committee onWednesday, February 7, 2007 . Senator Bernadette Snchez’... more...
Feb 3, 2007 New Mexico Senate Approves Minimum Wage Measure Category: Working Families
Santa Fe, NM – The Senate today approved a minimum wage measure introduced by Senate President Pro Tempore Ben D. Altamirano (D-Catron, Grant and Socorro-28). Senate Bill 324 was introduced last week by Senator Altamirano. As approved by the Senate Finance Committee before going to the... more...
Feb 1, 2007 Bingaman Joins Efforts To Help Disabled Veterans Category: Veteran Affairs
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman has joined Senator Harry Reid (D-NV) and several other senators in introducing a bill which would overturn a century old prohibition on military retirees receiving both disability compensation and retirement pay. Bingaman said the legislation would end... more...
Feb 1, 2007 Governor Richardson Supports $11 Million in Needed Southern New Mexico Category: Homeland Defense
(Santa Fe, NM) - Governor Bill Richardson today highlighted his support for $4 million in state funding for two needed projects in the southern Dona Ana County community of Sunland Park, $1 million for solar-powered water meters at the Elephant Butte Irrigation District, and $6 million to... more...
Feb 1, 2007 Bingaman Votes To Approve Minimum Wage Increase Category: Working Families
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said he is pleased the Senate is on record strongly supporting an increase in the minimum wage to $7.25 per hour. “It’s been years since Congress passed an increase in the minimum wage, and millions of American workers deserve a long overdue... more...
Jan 31, 2007 Indian Day Celebration Scheduled for Friday Category: Native American Affairs
Santa Fe, NM - The annual Indian Day celebration will be celebrated Friday at 8:30 a.m. at the New Mexico Legislature. The celebration in the Rotunda will be highlighted by an opening prayer by respected Ohkay Owingeh scholar Herman Agoyo and the posting of colors by the Acoma Pueblo Color Guard.... more...
Jan 31, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Appoints Lynda Lovejoy to the New Mexico State Senate Category: Native American Affairs
SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson today appointed former Public Regulation Commission Chairwoman and New Mexico House Member Lynda Lovejoy to the New Mexico State Senate District 22 seat. This appointment makes her the first Native American woman to serve in the New Mexico State Senate. more...
Jan 31, 2007 Bingaman: Portales & Albuquerque Benefit From HUD Funding WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman announced today that two New Mexico organizations have been awarded Economic Development Initiative (EDI) grants through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Eastern New Mexico University has been awarded $613,800 and will use the... more...
Jan 30, 2007 Rural Jobs Tax Credit Bill to Boost Rural Economies Santa Fe, NM – Senator Carlos Cisneros (D-Los Alamos, Santa Fe, Rio Arriba and Taos-6) has introduced Senate Bill 495 which extends indefinitely the ability of employers to continue to receive rural job tax credits for creating employment in rural areas. The rural job tax credits had been slated... more...
Jan 30, 2007 Success Scholarship Lottery Reform Bill to Get First Hearing Category: Education
Santa Fe, NM – Senate Bill 364, the measure introduced by Senator Michael S. Sanchez (D-Valencia-29) in order to make more money available for students through the state’s thriving Success Scholarship lottery program is scheduled to be heard by the Senate Education Committee tomorrow. more...
Jan 30, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Holds Off on Carlsbad Judicial Appointment,Calls for More Names SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson today informed the judicial nominating commission that he will not accept the commission's refusal to send him more than one nominee for an open judgeship in Carlsbad. Governor Richardson sent a letter today to Dean Suellyn Scarnecchia, Chair of the Judicial... more...
Jan 29, 2007 Bill Seeks Uniformity for Camera-Imposed Traffic Fines Category: Crime and Justice
Santa Fe, NM – Senator Michael S. Sanchez (D-Valencia-29) has introduced Senate Bill 365 requiring municipal fines imposed through the use of traffic-monitoring cameras and other devices are the same as those imposed when the driver is stopped by a law enforcement officer. more...
Jan 29, 2007 Senator Carlos Cisneros to Introduce Health Security Ac Category: Health Care
Santa Fe, NM – On Wednesday, January 31, Senator Carlos Cisneros plans to introduce the New Mexico Health Security Act as a step toward providing health care coverage for all New Mexicans. •This legislation has evolved over many years – becoming stronger with input from organizations and... more...
Jan 29, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Works With Giant Industries to Terminate Convenience Store Liquor License; Issues Citation to U.S. Airways January 29, 2007 Jon Goldstein 505-476-2248 SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today announced that he has convinced Giant Industries to terminate its liquor license lease agreement with Redi-Mart, the Bernalillo convenience store that sold beer to the drunk driver who killed five members of a... more...
Jan 29, 2007 AGs, Ad Council Launch New Ad Campaign to Prevent Youth Reckless Driving Category: Crime and Justice
AGs, Ad Council Launch New Ad Campaign to Prevent Youth Reckless Driving (WASHINGTON, DC) – In partnership with a coalition of state Attorneys General and consumer protection agencies, Attorney General Gary King announced a new... more...
Jan 26, 2007 Bingaman Calls On Administration To Bring Border Security Initiative To New Mexico Category: Immigration
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today urged the Bush Administration to bring an important border security program to the New Mexico-Mexico border. The Secure Border Initiative (SBInet) uses a mix of technology, infrastructure, staffing and response platforms to better secure the... more...
Jan 26, 2007 Renewable Energy Tax Credit Amendments Would Open Energy Options for the State Santa Fe, NM Senator Carlos Cisneros (D-Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe and Taos-6) has introduced a bill that would amend the Corporate Income and Franchise Tax Act to provide for broader renewable energy tax credits and open the door for additional sources of alternative energy in the... more...
Jan 26, 2007 Senator Nancy Rodriguez Takes Steps to Protect Roadside Memorials Santa Fe, NM Senator Nancy Rodriguez (D-Santa Fe-24) has introduced legislation to protect the roadside memorials which have historically been called descansos in Spanish. Senate Bill 478, introduced yesterday by Senator Rodriguez, makes the defacing or destroying of the roadside memorials a... more...
Jan 26, 2007 Senator Feldman Pushes for Green Building Tax Credits Category: Environment
Santa Fe, NM Senate Bill 543, introduced yesterday by Senator Dede Feldman (D-Bernalillo-13), is designed to advance more efficient energy use in our State by giving home owners a break in the costs of purchasing heating, ventilating and cooling systems and home appliances. Senate Bill 543... more...
Jan 26, 2007 President’s renewable energy funding inadequate Category: Environment
January 23, 2007, Santa Fe, NM – On June 2, 2006 New Mexico PRC Chairman Ben R. Lujan challenged the Bush administration to adequately fund renewable energy development. “From a national standpoint the Bush administrations funding proposal was woefully inadequate. New Mexico has already... more...
Jan 25, 2007 Bingaman: Union/ Colfax County Ranchers Eligible For Disaster Aid Category: Agriculture
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said he is pleased Union and Colfax Counties have been declared eligible for federal disaster assistance as a result of sever snow storms that occurred last month. Farmers and ranchers in Union and Colfax Counties are now eligible to be considered... more...
Jan 24, 2007 State Legislature Daybook January 24th 2007 Full Senate Floor Session and Senate Committee Schedules can be obtained at http://legis.state.nm.us. For additional information on any of the items mentioned above please contact Gerald Gonzalez at 505.490.1357 or news@nmsenate.com more...
Jan 24, 2007 Consumer Credit Protection Bill Introduced Category: Crime and Justice
Santa Fe, NM – Senator Dede Feldman (D-Bernalillo-13) has joined forces with Attorney General Gary King to craft and introduce a bill which would provide new protection to consumers of credit services. more...
Jan 23, 2007 Senate Majority Leaders Look Back At First Week of Legislature Category: Working Families
Santa Fe, NM. The Senate Majority Leaders sized-up the first week of the 2007 regular legislative session today. The legislative activity for the week included the presentation of the Governor's State of the State Address, the New Mexico Supreme Court Chief Justice¡¦s State of the Judiciary... more...
Jan 23, 2007 Bingaman Reacts To President Bush’s State Of Union Category: Working Families
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman issued the following statement after President Bush’s State of the Union address: more...
Jan 23, 2007 UDALL STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT'S 2007 STATE OF THE UNION ADDRESS Category: Working Families
WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., released the following statement this evening in response to President George W. Bush's annual State of the Union Address: more...
Jan 23, 2007 MR. PRESIDENT, WE KNOW THE STATE OF THE UNION IS POOR AND IRAQ IS A MESS. DO YOU? Category: Foreign Policy
Albuquerque – Democratic Party of New Mexico officials are not planning on listening to the President’s State of the Union address because everyone already knows that the outlook under George W. Bush is bleak and growing worse. So until the President will admit it and work in a bipartisan way,... more...
Jan 22, 2007 Senator Phil Griego Outlines His Position on Cockfighting Santa Fe, NM – Senator Phil A. Griego (D-Los Alamos, Mora, San Miguel, Santa Fe and Taos-39) spoke out today concerning his position on the proposed ban regarding cockfighting. In his statement, Senator Griego made it clear that he is not an advocate for cockfighting. “Some people have... more...
Jan 22, 2007 New Mexico Senators Introduce Impeachment Resolution at State Capital Press Conference Category: Foreign Policy
Santa Fe, New Mexico - This Tuesday, January 23rd at 2PM, Senators Gerald Ortiz y Pino D-ABQ and John T. L. Grubesic D-Santa Fe will introduce their resolution to impeach President George Bush and Vice-President Richard Cheney. Eight Senators in total have signed the Resolution including the... more...
Jan 22, 2007 Reps. Petri, Udall Meet With Business,Environmental Leaders On Global Warming Category: Environment
WASHINGTON - Congressmen Tom Petri (R-WI) and Tom Udall (D-NM) met in the U.S. Capitol Monday with leaders of major businesses and environmental groups to discuss measures against global warming. The congressmen sponsored the Keep America Competitive Global Warming Policy Act during the... more...
Jan 22, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Moves Quickly to Appoint Senate Replacement Category: Native American Affairs
SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson today called on the five counties that are included in Senate District 22 to quickly nominate a recommended someone to fill the seat vacated today by Sen. Leonard Tsosie. Tsosie resigned his Senate seat today so he can serve on the Navajo Nation Council.... more...
Jan 19, 2007 Udall & Kildee Introduce Bill to Make $$$ Available to Fight Meth on Native Land Category: Native American Affairs
WASHINGTON – U.S. Representatives Tom Udall, D-N.M., and Dale Kildee D-MI, have introduced legislation to make available federal grants to help combat methamphetamine in Indian Country. The Native American Methamphetamine Enforcement and Treatment Act of 2007 would make available three... more...
Jan 18, 2007 Senator David Ulibarri Joins in Senate's Activity Santa Fe, NM – Senator David Ulibarri (D-Cibola, Socorro and Valencia-30), newly appointed Senator for Senate District 30, has joined in the Senate’s legislative activity. On Wednesday, January 17, 2007, Senator Ulibarri agreed to co-sponsor two bills that could bring important benefits to his... more...
Jan 18, 2007 Bingaman, Alexander Urge Increased Science Funding in Continuing Resolution Category: Education
Senators Circulating a Letter to Appropriations – More Than 15 Senators Joined Already WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Jeff Bingaman (D-NM) and Lamar Alexander (R-TN) are circulating a letter urging appropriators to ensure that the proposed Department of Energy Office of Science budget is not... more...
Jan 17, 2007 Pelosi to Deliver Remarks at Swearing-In Ceremony for Incoming Maryland Governor Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi will deliver remarks at incoming Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley's swearing-in ceremony today at 12:15 p.m. at the State House in Annapolis. more...
Jan 17, 2007 Bingaman Talks To New Mexico Radio Reporters About Bipartisan, Bicameral Plan To Cover America’s Uninsured WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman talked to New Mexico radio reporters today about legislation he has introduced aimed at helping cover the country’s uninsured. Bingaman also answered questions on a variety of topics discussed during his weekly radio press conference with New Mexico radio... more...
Jan 17, 2007 Senator Dede Feldman Releases Constituent Survey Results Santa Fe, NM – On the eve of the regular session of the Forty-Eighth Legislature, Senator Dede Feldman (D-Bernalillo-13) released the results of her annual survey of constituents which was begun in late December. Teacher salaries, universal healthcare, ethics and campaign finance reform,... more...
Jan 17, 2007 UDALL REINTRODUCES BILL TO NAME COURTHOUSE AFTER SANTIAGO E. CAMPOS WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., reintroduced legislation today to designate the United States District Courthouse located on South Federal Place in Santa Fe as the "Santiago E. Campos United States Courthouse." The bill is in honor of the first Hispanic in New Mexico... more...
Jan 17, 2007 UDALL VOTES TO MAKE COLLEGE MORE AFFORDABLE BY CUTTING INTEREST RATES ON Category: Education
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., voted to make college more affordable and accessible by cutting the interest rate on subsidized student loans in half for undergraduates over the next five years - slashing the interest rate from 6.8% to 3.4%. The bill cuts the... more...
Jan 16, 2007 Governor Richardson Requests Speedy Approval of Request for Agricultural Assistance Category: Agriculture
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today spoke directly to U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns to request speedy review and approval of New Mexico’s disaster assistance application. If granted, this declaration will send federal relief funding for ranchers in New Mexico... more...
Jan 16, 2007 US Senator Barak Obama to start Presidential Exploratory Committee Today US Senator Barak Obama filed to begin a Presidentail Exploratory Committee. Click Here to watch comments from US Senator Barak Obama's decision to start a Presidential Exploratory Committee. more...
Jan 16, 2007 Angelo Garcia Pleads Guilty in Fraud Case Category: Crime and Justice
Albuquerque, NM) Attorney General Gary King today announced a plea agreement in the state’s fraud case against Angelo Garcia, the Albuquerque businessman charged with defrauding a group of senior citizens out of nearly one-point-four million dollars. According to the agreement, Garcia... more...
Jan 12, 2007 First Class Graduates N.M. Program Training Women to Run for Office 23 Women Complete Intensive Curriculum EmergeNew Mexico , at a ceremony in the Capitol Rotunda on Saturday, graduated the first class of women to complete the organization’s intensive 7-month program specially designed to train Democratic... more...
Jan 12, 2007 NMPRC Insurance Superintendent Revokes Agent License for O’Brien Category: Crime and Justice
--Sends Message That Improper Conduct by Insurance Agents Will Not Be Tolerated— Santa Fe—The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission Superintendent of Insurance Morris J. Chavez on Thursday, January 11, ordered that the agent license for Dennis O’Brien is revoked for the next five years and... more...
Jan 12, 2007 NMPRC: Legislative “Boot Camp” Prepares Staff For Productive Session Category: Economy
Santa Fe—Today, New Mexico Public Regulation Commission staff went to legislative “Boot Camp”—a training designed to better prepare staff on the legislative process and the importance of their role in assisting the legislative body for a productive session. more...
Jan 12, 2007 Pelosi: Requiring Medicare Prescription Drug Negotiation Is a Resounding Victory for America's Seniors Category: Health Care
Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on the H.R. 4, the Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007, which requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to negotiate for lower prescription drug prices. The bill passed on the House... more...
Jan 12, 2007 Pelosi: Martin Luther King's Powerful Message of Justice Rings True Today Category: Civil Rights
Washington, D.C. - Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today in recognition of Martin Luther King Day, which is observed on Monday, January 15th: "With his total intolerance of intolerance, Martin Luther King brought us closer to the ideal of equality that is America's... more...
Jan 12, 2007 Governor Richardson Applauds Expansion of Renewable Energy Net Metering Category: Environment
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today applauded the recent approval of new rules by the Public Regulation Commission to expand net-metering. The approval of these new rules will help make it easier for New Mexicans to switch to renewable energy sources and sell excess energy back into the... more...
Jan 12, 2007 AG King Joins Filing of Brief in Federal Suit Challenging EPA Category: Environment
Federal Court Petition Opposes Rules for Regulating Mercury Emissions (Santa Fe, NM)—A ttorney General Gary King joined a coalition of states challenging the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) rules governing harmful mercury emissions from power plants. The brief, filed with a federal... more...
Jan 12, 2007 Legislation Will Target Predatory Lending Category: Crime and Justice
Santa Fe, NM -- Senator Bernadette Sánchez (D-26-Bernalillo) will again seek to eliminate predatory lending in New Mexico. During the forthcoming legislative session she will introduce a bill that follows the model passed by the United States Congress and signed by President Bush in September,... more...
Jan 11, 2007 Bingaman Reacts To President’s Plan To Increase Troops In Iraq Thursday, January 11, 2007 Bingaman Reacts To President’s Plan To Increase Troops In Iraq WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman has issued an audio statement on the president’s plan to increase troops in Iraq. Press Here to Listen to the Senator's Remarks more...
Jan 11, 2007 The 2008 Democratic National Convention Citing the Denver host committee's strong bid and growing Democratic gains in the Rocky Mountain West, Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean today announced that Denver will host the 2008 Democratic National Convention Monday, August 25 to Thursday, August 28. Dean issued the... more...
Jan 11, 2007 Bingaman: FEMA Approves Disaster Aid For The Navajo Nation Category: Native American Affairs
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today was pleased to announce that the Navajo Nation has been declared eligible for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) disaster aid for flooding that occurred as a result of sever storms this past summer. The original request to include New... more...
Jan 11, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Makes GRIP II Legislation a Top Priority in the 2007 Legislative Session Category: Economy
ALBUQUERQUE - Governor Bill Richardson today renewed his commitment to GRIP II, a plan to work with local communities across New Mexico to pay for vital transportation projects. Originally proposed last year, the plan is an offshoot of GRIP (Governor Richardson’s Investment... more...
Jan 11, 2007 Gov. Richardson appoints Daniel Ortega as Hispanic Cultural Center Board President Category: Education
Gov. Bill Richardson appointed Daniel Ortega, School of Law research professor, as president of the 15-member board of directors for the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque. Ortega follows Matt Martínez and Edward Luján as the third board president in the center’s history and will... more...
Jan 10, 2007 Pelosi: ‘Increasing the Minimum Wage Is a Victory for America’s Families’ Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi released the following statement today on H.R. 2, the Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2007, which passed on the floor with bipartisan support: “After nearly a decade, 15 million hard-working families will finally receive the pay... more...
Jan 10, 2007 Governor Bill Richardson Submits $5.7 Billion Budget Budget is balanced, leaves 10 percent reserve, funds 7.4 percent salary increase for teachers SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson today outlined a $5.7 billion operating budget plan that expands opportunities for New Mexicans by investing in quality teachers, expanding access to health... more...
Jan 10, 2007 UDALL REACTS TO PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS ON ESCALATING NUMBER OF TROOPS IN IRAQ Category: Foreign Policy
WASHINGTON – Following President George W. Bush’s primetime address to the nation on his plan to escalate the number of troops in Iraq, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., released the following statement: "Escalating our involvement in the war and the number of American troops on the... more...
Jan 10, 2007 New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson Gets Commitment for 60-Day Cease-Fire in Darfur Region of Sudan KHARTOUM, SUDAN – New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson today announced that he has secured a commitment from Sudanese President Omer Hassan Al Bashir to agree to a 60-day cessation of hostilities in the Darfur region to allow for a new political process under the Darfur Peace Agreement and the... more...
Jan 9, 2007 Bingaman Talks To New Mexico Radio Reporters Category: Working Families
To Listen to Senator Bingaman's Comments click Here to visit his Website. WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today answered questions on a variety of topics discussed during his weekly radio press conference with New Mexico radio reporters. 00:00 – Bingaman... more...
Jan 8, 2007 New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson Calls On President Omar Al-Bashir of Sudan to Support Cease-Fire and Help Restore Humanitarian Aid in Darfur Region Category: Foreign Policy
Richardson to visit Darfur tomorrow, will meet again with President Al-Bashir Wednesday KHARTOUM , SUDAN- Governor Bill Richardson today met with Sudanese President Omar Al-Bashir for more than an hour to discuss the ongoing conflict in the Darfur... more...
Jan 8, 2007 Bingaman To Hold Energy Hearing On The Global Oil Supply Category: Environment
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman, chairman of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, will hold a committee hearing to look at the global oil balance. On Wednesday, the Energy and Natural Resource Committee will examine the economic and national security implication the... more...
Jan 4, 2007 UDALL KICKS-OFF 110th CONGRESS WITH NEW APPROPRIATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE POSTS For Immediate Release January 4, 2007 Contact: Marissa Padilla 202.225.6190 202.225.1213 Marissa.Padilla@mail.house.gov WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., received his three new subcommittee assignments on the... more...
Dec 18, 2006 UDALL STATEMENT ON APPOINTMENT OF SANTA FE – Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., expressed congratulations and best wishes for his Deputy District Director Thomas Garcia upon Garcia’s successful appointment to the New Mexico State Legislature. “During his six year tenure with my office Thomas has... more...
Dec 12, 2006 Gov. Richardson Announces New DWI Initiatives State of New Mexico Office of the Governor Bill Richardson Governor For immediate release... more...
Nov 7, 2006 Democrats to Celebrate Victory 2006 at Hotel Albuquerque ALBUQUERQUE- On election night the New Mexico Democratic Party, Democratic candidates, volunteers and supporters will gather at Hotel Albuquerque, formerly the Old Town Sheraton, to celebrate statewide and local victories throughout New Mexico. more...
Oct 12, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Proposes Far-Reaching Year of Water Agenda Major New Infrastructure Projects for Eastern, Western and Southern New Mexico more...
Oct 12, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Announces Initiative to Fight Substance Abuse FARMINGTON – Governor Bill Richardson today announced that during the upcoming 2007 legislative session he will seek $3 million to support comprehensive community programs to fight substance abuse in New Mexico. more...
Oct 11, 2006 Balderas Website up and running Hector Balderas announced the launch of his election website, www.hectorbalderas.com more...
Oct 10, 2006 Paige McKenzie Fund - Please Donate Family and friends of Paige McKenzie have set up a charitable fund at First Community Bank. more...
Oct 9, 2006 SEN. BINGAMAN’S FEC REPORT SHOWS $1.6 MILLION ON HAND Senator Raised More Than $420,000 During The Last Quarter more...
Sep 21, 2006 DEMOCRATS USE MYSPACE.COM TO ADD FRIENDS TO THE PARTY The Democratic Party of New Mexico (DPNM) has joined the online network myspace.com. more...
Sep 21, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson’s Job Approval Rating up to 69 percent -- Ranks 7th among Governors Governor also announces NM ranks 6th in Job Growth more...
Sep 20, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Praises Monumental Federal Court Decision to Protect Roadless Areas Governor Richardson First Western Governor to Join Bi-Partisan Effort to Protect America’s Last Wild Forests more...
Sep 15, 2006 Kissling Launches First Radio Ad Spread the love by spreading the word man! Here is Al Kissling's first radio ad, currently on the air in the district. more...
Sep 15, 2006 MORE WILSON CAMPAIGN CASH TAINTED BY GOP SCANDAL Category: Crime and Justice
Wilson Friend Pleads Guilty Today to Corruption Charges more...
Sep 1, 2006 BINGAMAN: NEW MEXICO RANCHERS ELIGIBLE FOR $1.3 MILLION IN DROUGHT ASSISTANCE TO COVER LIVESTOCK LOSSES WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said he is pleased that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making $1.3 million available in grant funding to New Mexico ranchers in 31 counties who suffered loss of livestock during the devastating drought late last year and the first half... more...
Aug 30, 2006 Governor Richardson, Attorney General Madrid Vow to Appeal Payday Lending Decision SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson and Attorney General Patricia Madrid today vowed to appeal a preliminary injunction that enables the payday lending industry to avoid having to abide by reasonable regulations that would protect consumers from predatory lending practices. State District Judge... more...
Aug 30, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Applauds Presidential Disaster Declaration & FEMA Assistance For Doña Ana County Category: Rural Issues
(Santa Fe, NM) – David Paulison, Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), this afternoon notified Governor Bill Richardson that FEMA has approved federal relief funding for Doña Ana County after President Bush officially declared the county a major disaster area. Governor... more...
Aug 24, 2006 Governor Richardson to Appeal FEMA Denial of Alamogordo Assistance Request (Santa Fe, NM) – Governor Bill Richardson today announced that he will appeal the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) decision to deny New Mexico’s Individual Assistance Request for Federal aid for Alamogordo. The Governor was notified of this decision early this morning in a phone call... more...
Aug 23, 2006 PROMINENT WESTERN WOMEN TO GATHER IN ALBUQUERQUE FOR NATIONAL WOMEN’S EQUALITY DAY (ALBUQUERQUE) – On the morning of Saturday, August 26, women leaders representing six states of the Western Region of the National Federation of Democratic Women (NFDW) will celebrate the anniversary of women’s suffrage at a National Women’s Equality Day breakfast at the Park Plaza hotel on... more...
Aug 22, 2006 Governor Richardson Tours New Mexico Flood Damage in Hatch, Belen Category: Rural Issues
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today personally examined areas in Hatch and Belen devastated by floods in recent weeks. Downtown Hatch was completely inundated by a flood on August 15. Belen and Valencia County experienced widespread flooding in late July and early August. more...
Aug 22, 2006 GOVERNOR BILL RICHARDSON APPOINTS NEW JUDGE IN ELEVENTH DISTRICT COURT Category: Crime and Justice
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today appointed Louis Edward DePauli, Jr., to fill a vacant judicial position in the Eleventh Judicial District Court in McKinley County. more...
Aug 22, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Ranked in Top 10 among Governors in Job Approval SANTA FE – New Mexico Bill Richardson was ranked as one of the Top 10 Governors in the nation, according to the latest Survey USA job-approval poll released today. more...
Aug 21, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Announces Funding to Keep LULAC Education Center Open Category: Education
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today announced that he will free up $80,000 to keep the doors open at LULAC’s National Education Center in Albuquerque. more...
Aug 21, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Requests Funding For School Flooding Category: Education
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today asked the Public School Capital Outlay Council to consider using emergency money available to help schools across the state that immediate relief from flood damage. more...
Aug 20, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson To Seek Presidential Disaster Declaration For Hatch Category: Agriculture
(Santa Fe, NM) – Governor Bill Richardson announced today that he will sign a presidential disaster declaration request for the Village of Hatch and Dona Ana County to help rebuild following the severe flooding that has stricken the state since July 26. The Governor will send the request to the... more...
Aug 17, 2006 UDALL STATEMENT ON COURT RULING NSA EAVESDROPPING PROGRAM UNCONSTITUTIONAL SANTA FE - U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., released the following statement today in reaction to U.S. District Judge Anna Diggs Taylor's ruling that the Bush Administration's warrantless wiretapping program is unconstitutional and in violation of freedom of speech and privacy. Udall was... more...
Aug 16, 2006 AFSCME Endorses Jim Baca for New Mexico State Land Commissioner August 16, 2006 – The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, Council 18, New Mexico, today endorsed Jim Baca for New Mexico State Land Commissioner. more...
Aug 16, 2006 Governor Richardson Orders Flags to Fly at Half Staff in Honor of Sunland Park Soldier Cpl. Jose Zamora Category: Veteran Affairs
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson orders flags to fly at half-staff on Thursday, August 17, 2006 through Friday, August 18, 2006 in honor of US Army Cpl. Jose Zamora, 24, who died while serving in Iraq. Cpl. Zamora was assigned to the 2nd Brigade Troop Battalion, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st... more...
Aug 15, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Appoints Linda Rogers to Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court Category: Environment
SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson today announced the appointment of Linda Rogers to serve as a judge on the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court more...
Aug 15, 2006 BACK-TO- SCHOOL POP QUIZ: HOW MUCH WILL CHENEY’S VISIT COST TAXPAYERS? Category: Education
Roswell, NM- As Vice President Cheney hosts a special interest fundraiser for New Mexico Republicans, the Democratic Party of Chaves County will host a mock classroom-style forum at Pioneer Plaza, Tuesday August 15 , 2006 from 5-7pm. Congressional Candidate Al Kissling and House Candidates Pablo... more...
Aug 14, 2006
Governor Richardson Orders Flags to Fly at Half Staff in Honor of Clovis Soldier Army Sgt. Leroy Segura, Jr.
Category: Foreign Policy
Aug 11, 2006
Governor Richardson, Attorney General Madrid File Vow to Protect Consumers, Defend Payday Lending Regulations
Aug 11, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Leads Effort to Secure Additional Border Law Enforcement Funding Category: Immigration
SANTA FE – Governor Bill Richardson today led an effort to secure an additional $50 million a year in federal funding to assist state, tribal and local law enforcement in the border states who are fighting illegal activity including the smuggling of drugs and humans from Mexico. Governor... more...
Aug 9, 2006 Baca Critical of Lyons’ Sweetheart Deal with Developers Taking $3 Million from State Education “The sweetheart land deal by Republican State Land Commissioner Patrick Lyons lines the pockets of developers and essentially robs New Mexico education of more than $3 million,” said Jim Baca, Democratic candidate for State Land Commissioner. more...
Aug 7, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Named to NGA Leadership Post Category: Environment
(Santa Fe, NM) – Governor Bill Richardson was today named Vice Chair of the National Governors Association (NGA) Natural Resources Committee. Utah Governor Jon Huntsman will serve as chair. The NGA Natural Resources Committee is charged with pursuing legislation to make sure state needs are... more...
Aug 4, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Announces Standard & Poor’s Bond Rating Upgrade for NM Finance Authority Category: Economy
Governor Bill Richardson today announced that the New Mexico Finance Authority (NMFA) has received an upgrade to ‘AA’ from Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services on the Finance Authority’s flagship program, the Public Project Revolving Fund (PPRF). Standard & Poor’s raised its underlying rating three... more...
Aug 1, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson announces $180 million to construct, expand and renovate schools across New Mexico Category: Education
Governor Bill Richardson and legislative leaders today announced $180 million in state money to help New Mexico communities invest in modern, new classrooms. more...
Jul 25, 2006 Conservation Voters New Mexico Proudly Endorses Jim Baca for State Land Commissioner Conservation Voters New Mexico (CVNM), the political voice of New Mexico’s conservation community, is pleased to announce our endorsement of Jim Baca as our next State Land Commissioner. The Commissioner of Public Lands manages approximately 9 million acres of state trust lands, and thus wields... more...
Jul 25, 2006 DEMOCRATIC HOUSE CANDIDATE TO DONATE KIDNEY TO FATHER Democratic House candidate Christy Bourgeois is giving back to her community in an extraordinary way. more...
Jul 24, 2006 VALLE VIDAL PROTECTION ACT PASSES HOUSE WASHINGTON - Today, H.R. 3817, the Valle Vidal Protection Act was passed by the House of Representatives. U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., the legislation's author, marked the passage saying, "I am pleased the House of Representatives has recognized that the true values of the Valle Vidal... more...
Jul 21, 2006 Governor Richardson Announces Alcohol-Related Fatalities And Injury Crashes Fell in Five New Mexico Counties Santa Fe – Governor Bill Richardson announced today that alcohol-related injury crashes fell in each of the counties involved in the Five Counties Program, which is an effort to counter DWI in New Mexico. Governor Richardson launched the program last year. more...
Jul 20, 2006 Madrid: Wilson Standing with GOP Congress to Raise Her Salary, Keep Minimum Wage Down Attorney General Patricia Madrid on Thursday said that Rep. Heather Wilson’s record of voting for pay raises for herself while refusing to raise the minimum wage for working New Mexicans demonstrates yet again that Wilson is more interested in standing with the Republicans in Washington than she... more...
Jul 20, 2006 Governor Richardson Takes Action to Close Uninsured Gap in New Mexico Category: Health Care
(Santa Fe, NM) -- Governor Bill Richardson today announced a five point plan to help extend health care coverage to more New Mexicans. This plan builds upon the effort Governor Richardson took during the last legislative session to make sure that every New Mexico child, five and younger, has... more...
Jul 18, 2006 BINGAMAN: NEW MEXICO AWARDED FEDERAL FUNDS TO HELP STUDENTS PREPARE FOR COLLEGE WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today confirmed that the New Mexico Higher Education Department has been awarded $3 million to help low-income students prepare for college. The funding was awarded through the U.S. Department of Education. Bingaman said funding will benefit the state’s... more...
Jul 15, 2006 WILSON’S REAL RECORD VISIBLE THROUGH TV AD SMOKESCREEN Heather Wilson tries to distract voters from her ties to Washington corruption by lashing out at Attorney General Particia Madrid. more...
Jul 14, 2006 MADRID WINS FIREFIGHTERS ENDORSEMENT Attorney General Patricia Madrid, in a major victory, late Thursday night won the endorsement of the International Association of Firefighters Local 244 – a union that has endorsed Rep. Heather Wilson for the last three election cycles. more...
Jul 10, 2006 CHAVES COUNTY DEMOCRATS TO HOST REUNION AT CAHOON PARK Roswell, NM– The Democratic Party of Chaves County will host a Democratic Reunion cookout to kick-off voter contact activities in the 100 days leading up to the November election. The cookout will take place from 4-7pm on Friday, July 28, 2006 at Cahoon Park, 1200 Riverside Drive in Roswell. more...
Jul 6, 2006 BINGAMAN: EPA RELEASES $8.23 MILLION TO NEW MEXICO FOR DRINKING WATER UPGRADES, INCLUDING ARSENIC TREATMENT Category: Environment
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said the Environmental Protection Agency is releasing more than $9.23 million for drinking water projects in New Mexico and compliance with drinking water safety standards. more...
Jul 5, 2006 Richardson Speaks with West Virginia Governor about National Guard Deployment to New Mexico Border Category: Crime and Justice
Governor Bill Richardson today spoke with West Virginia Governor Joe Manchin about Manchin’s decision to allow 86 West Virginia Army National Guard troops to deploy to New Mexico to help secure the U.S.-Mexico border. The troops will be deployed to Deming, N.M., for one year. more...
Jul 3, 2006 NAVAJO SCHOLARSHIP OFFICE IS ASSISTING VETERANS FOR PEACE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – The Office of Navajo Nation Scholarship and Financial Assistance (ONNSFA) are assisting the Veterans for Peace, Santa Fe Chapter, No. 55 with recruitment and announcement of a scholarship available for young people who support the mission of the Veterans for Peace. Mission... more
Jun 30, 2006 Sandy Jones, Candidate for Public Regulation Commission, District 5, Opens District Campaign Headquarters Sandy Jones, T or C resident and candidate for Public Regulation Commission, District 5, opens his district campaign headquarters on July 5, 2006 in Truth or Consequences. The Headquarters is located at 280 N. Date in downtown T or C. A grand opening party will be held there on July 5th from... more...
Jun 30, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson’s Tough Anti-Meth Measures Take Effect July 1 Category: Crime and Justice
SANTA FE – On July 1, 2006 two key pieces of Governor Bill Richardson’s Year of the Child Keeping Kids Safe agenda will come into effect. These laws will give the state new tools to block access to meth and crack down on meth dealers "These efforts give law enforcement officers new, stronger... more...
Jun 27, 2006 Governor Richardson Calls for Passage of Key Energy Security Legislation SANTA FE, NM – Governor Richardson today called on New Mexico’s Congressional Delegation to support the Vehicle and Fuel Choices for American Security Act currently before Congress. This bipartisan legislation cosponsored by Senator Jeff Bingaman is designed to break America’s dependence on... more...
Jun 24, 2006 Letter from John McWaters, Candidate for NM Legislature John McWaters, Democratic candidate for NM Legislature, offers a letter sent to the family of CPL Kevin A. Stout, who was killed in the Vietman Warm, and his reasons for running for office. more...
Jun 24, 2006 Navajo Nation President Joe Shirley Jr. joins leaders to pay tribute at Crow Native Days Category: Native American Affairs
CROW AGENCY, Mont. – Navajo Nation President Joe Shirley, Jr., former National Congress of American Indians President Tex Hall, Oglala Sioux President Cecelia Fire Thunder and the parents of the late Army Spc. Lori Piestewa were among soldiers, veterans and their families who were honored here... more...
Jun 22, 2006 Madrid: Wilson Wiretapping Vote Shows Commitment to Bush-Cheney Agenda Attorney General Patricia Madrid on Thursday called Rep. Heather Wilson’s recent vote in support of warrantless wiretapping another example of Wilson’s commitment to the Bush-Cheney agenda. “Heather Wilson grabbed headlines in February when she pretended to be independent from the Bush... more...
Jun 12, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson’s Climate Change and Clean Energy Agenda Adopted by Western Governors Category: Environment
Santa Fe, NM) -- Governor Bill Richardson today announced that the Western Governors' Association (WGA) has adopted two major policy proposals that he put forward on clean energy/energy efficiency and climate change. The WGA is currently holding its annual meeting in Sedona, Arizona. more...
Jun 9, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Addresses National Blogger Convention Category: Environment
SANTA FE - Governor Bill Richardson will address as many as 500 of the nation’s most prominent Internet bloggers today at the YearlyKos Netroots Convention in Las Vegas, NV. Governor Richardson will be a featured speaker during a panel discussion on sustainable energy at the convention.... more...
Jun 9, 2006 Attorney General Madrid Indicts Former State Treasurer Michael Montoya and Co-conspirators Attorney General Patricia Madrid today announced the indictment on state charges of former New Mexico State Treasurer Michael Montoya, investment advisor Kent Nelson, and Montoya’s co-conspirators Angelo Garcia and Leo Sandoval. more...
Jun 9, 2006 DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIR REACTS TO ATTORNEY GENERAL’S INDICTMENTS IN PUBLIC CORRUPTION CASE Albuquerque – Today, Chairman of the Democratic Party of New Mexico John V. Wertheim reacted to news of the string of indictments issued by Attorney General Patricia Madrid against perpetrators of public corruption. more...
Jun 8, 2006 UDALL’S NATIVE AMERICAN VETERANS’ CEMETERY ACT ONE STEP CLOSER TO PASSAGE Category: Native American Affairs
WASHINGTON – A bill providing for Native American veterans to be buried nearer to home moved one step closer to passage today, said bill sponsor U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M. more...
Jun 8, 2006 UDALL: NATIVE AMERICAN VETERANS' CEMETERY ACT CLEARS HOUSE WASHINGTON - A bill providing for Native American veterans to be buried nearer to home passed the House today, said U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M. The Native American Veterans Cemetery Act allows tribal governments to apply for grants to establish, expand or improve tribal veterans'... more...
Jun 6, 2006 KISSLING TO RESPOND TO PRESIDENT’S VISIT Las Cruces NM – Candidate for New Mexico’s second congressional district, Albert Kissling, will respond to media inquiries concerning President George Bush’s visit to Artesia today. more...
Jun 5, 2006 CHAVES COUNTY DEMOCRATS TO HONOR COMMISSIONER MICHAEL TRUJILLO Category: Veteran Affairs
Roswell, NM– The Democratic Party of Chaves County will honor veterans of the current conflicts in Afghanistan, Bosnia and Iraq including County Commissioner, Michael Trujillo, with a luncheon on Wednesday, June 7, 2006 at the Elk’s Lodge, 1720 North Montana in Roswell. more...
May 31, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Acts to Protect New Mexico Wilderness Category: Environment
(Santa Fe, NM) – Today, Governor Bill Richardson filed a petition for complete protection of 1.7 million acres of New Mexico wilderness – 1.6 million acres of roadless national forests in New Mexico, as well as 100,000 acres at the Valle Vidal. more...
May 26, 2006 BINGAMAN: NEW MEXICO SMALL BUSINESSES ELIGIBLE FOR DROUGHT DISASTER LOANS Category: Economy
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman announced today that the Small Business Administration (SBA) has declared small businesses in New Mexico’s 33 counties eligible for assistance due to an ongoing drought affecting the state. more...
May 26, 2006 UDALL STATEMENT IN OBSERVATION OF MEMORIAL DAY WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., issued the following statement in observance of Memorial Day: more...
May 26, 2006 AG: Wilson Vote to Drill in Arctic More of Same Short-Sighted Energy Policy Category: Environment
Attorney General Patricia Madrid on Friday called Rep. Heather Wilson’s latest vote to allow drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge another example of the short-sighted Bush-Wilson energy policies that are keeping New Mexicans dependent on big oil and paying outrageous prices at the pump. more...
May 26, 2006 Wilson to Bush: Who loves you? (I do) (Washington, D.C.) – Today, New Mexicans learned that President Bush will travel to New Mexico on June 16th to raise special interest campaign cash for his loyal rubber stamp Heather Wilson. While in Congress, Heather Wilson votes to support President Bush’s failed agenda more than four out of... more...
May 25, 2006 Madrid: Bush-Wilson Energy Policies Hurt New Mexico Families’ Summer Travel Category: Working Families
Attorney General Patricia Madrid on Thursday stood with Albuquerque families in the South Valley to highlight how the high gas prices caused by the failed Bush-Wilson energy policies are hurting working New Mexicans’ summer travel plans. more...
May 25, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Gets Answers, Announces Support for National Guard Border Mission Category: Immigration
(Santa Fe, NM) – New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson, following extensive talks with top officials with both the Border Patrol and National Guard, today announced his support for the deployment of National Guard troops along New Mexico’s border. more...
May 23, 2006 Senator Lloyd Bentsen from Texas, Passes Away "Today, we mourn the loss of Senator Lloyd Bentsen, a great Democrat, dedicated public servant, war hero and family man. A favorite son of Texas, Senator Bentsen never hesitated to say what he believed in and showed that Democratic values can resonate anywhere and everywhere in the country." more...
May 19, 2006 BINGAMAN AMENDMENT WOULD PROTECT AMERICAN WORKERS U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today won support for an amendment that would set the cap for the Senate immigration bill’s guest worker program at 200,000. The underlying bill had set the cap at 325,000, with an opportunity for that number to grow automatically by 10-15-or 20 percent annually... more...
May 19, 2006 BINGAMAN: USDA DECLARES STATE DISASTER AREA DUE TO DROUGHT As a result of the declaration New Mexico farmers and ranchers are now eligible to be considered for low interest emergency loans from the USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA). more...
May 19, 2006 Governor Richardson, Attorney General Madrid develop Payday Lending Regulations Governor Bill Richardson and Attorney General Patricia Madrid today announced that they have jointly developed new regulations for the payday lending industry in New Mexico. The proposed regulations are designed to protect consumers against predatory practices that take unfair advantage of New... more...
May 17, 2006 Democrats Release Fact Sheet Outlining Flawed Republican Budget Today the Democratic Caucus of the House Budget Committee Released a fact sheet outlining the flawed Republican Budget Proposal for 2007. more...
May 15, 2006 Equality PAC Makes Primary Endorsements Equality Political Action Committee (PAC) – New Mexico’s Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender PAC - has made the following endorsements in the June 6th Primary Elections: more...
May 10, 2006 Democratic Party of New Mexico Victory Line- May 10 2006 May marked the end of the school year for some, but we are looking at the campaign cycle as though we are about to kick off a new semester. The Primary election has begun. The first votes have already been cast. more...
May 9, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson and Albuquerque Mayor Martin J. Chavez Take Action on Lovelace Health System Concerns Governor Bill Richardson and Albuquerque Mayor Martin J. Chavez today announced the formation of a task force that their offices will jointly chair to answer concerns that have been raised about the Lovelace Health System. more...
May 8, 2006 BINGAMAN TO INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO COVER AMERICA’S UNINSURED Category: Health Care
On Tuesday, May 8th U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman will join Senator George V. Voinovich (R-OH) to introduce the Health Partnership Act of 2006, legislation aimed at extending health care to the uninsured, and providing the highest quality health care for all Americans. more...
May 4, 2006 UDALL: LOOMING ENERGY CRISIS NEEDS MULTIFACETED APPROACH IN CONGRESS Today, at a Capitol Hill press conference, U.S. Representative Tom Udall outlined his ideas for a multifaceted approach to the looming energy crisis. more...
May 4, 2006 BINGAMAN INTRODUCES BI-PARTISAN BILLS TO TACKLE HIGH ENERGY PRICES U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today introduced two bipartisan energy-related bills aimed at significantly reducing the nation’s demand for oil and natural gas. more...
May 4, 2006 Madrid Honored as ‘Woman of the Year’ Finalist by Hispanic Business Magazine Attorney General Patricia Madrid on Thursday will be honored by Hispanic Business magazine at a ceremony in Las Vegas, Nev., as one of the publication’s five 2006 Woman of the Year finalists. more...
May 3, 2006 Attorney General Madrid: Wilson Price Gouging Bill an Election Year Ploy Category: Working Families
Attorney General Patricia Madrid on Wednesday called Rep. Heather Wilson’s election-year price-gouging bill a ploy to distract voters from the fact that Wilson has taken hundreds of thousands of dollars from big oil companies, delivered the $14.5 billion in tax breaks to big oil that have helped... more...
May 3, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Signs Executive Order Creating Bipartisan Task Force on Ethics Reform Governor Bill Richardson today signed an Executive Order creating the Governor’s Task Force on Ethics Reform. The bipartisan group will work immediately to develop a broad package of recommendations to the Governor and the Legislature to reform the state’s ethics and campaign-finance laws. more...
May 2, 2006 Lemuel Martinez Campaign Launches Media Campaign District Attorney Lemuel Martinez, Democratic candidate for Attorney General, announced today that he will begin his television media campaign tomorrow, Wednesday May 3rd. more...
May 2, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Details Anti-Crime Package Governor Bill Richardson today outlined steps he will take to strengthen laws dealing with gun violence and sex offenders. The Governor also plans to beef up the law to ensure that serious violent offenders serve more time in prison. more...
Apr 28, 2006 BINGAMAN CALLS FOR MILITARY PAY INCREASE Category: Homeland Defense
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today joined in calling for an increase in pay for serving in the country’s military. more...
Apr 28, 2006 BINGAMAN: ALBUQUERQUE GROUP AWARDED $2.85 MILLION TO AID VICTIMS OF CRIME Category: Crime and Justice
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today announced that the Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded the New Mexico Crime Victims Reparations Commission $2.856 million to assist victims of crime. more...
Apr 27, 2006 BINGAMAN ADVANCING PLAN TO COMBAT HIGH GAS PRICES U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman is moving forward with a plan to combat high oil prices by preventing price gouging, increasing energy conservation, eliminating tax breaks for Big Oil, and investing in renewable energies. more...
Apr 27, 2006 IS REP. WILSON INVOLVED IN CONGRESSIONAL-BRIBE CASE? Category: Crime and Justice
An article in today’s Wall Street Journal, entitled “Prosecutors May Widen Congressional-Bribe Case” outlines allegations that former Congressman Randall “Duke” Cunningham was supplied prostitutes and other illegal gifts in exchange for lucrative defense contracts authorized by the U.S. Congress.... more...
Apr 27, 2006 Madrid: ExxonMobil Making Billions, New Mexicans Paying the Price Category: Environment
GOP Plan to Backtrack on Some Bush-Cheney-Wilson Oil Company Tax Breaks Not Enough more...
Apr 26, 2006 Ann George Leads New Mexico LifeSmarts Team to National Title Category: Education
Coach Ann George led Piedra Vista High School’s (Farmington) LifeSmarts team first to the New Mexico State Championship, then on to the National Championship in Philadelphia on April 25! more...
Apr 26, 2006 Madrid, Wesley Clark Call on Wilson to Ask Tough Questions About Iraq War Category: Foreign Policy
Madrid, Wesley Clark Call on Wilson to Ask Tough Questions About Iraq War -- questions she has failed to ask despite the rising death toll and the inability of the Republican Administration to provide adequate support to our veterans and military families. more...
Apr 25, 2006 New Mexico Democrats Organize Neighbor to Neighbor Canvass Today, John Wertheim, Chairman of the Democratic Party of New Mexico announced the Party’s participation in the Democratic National Committee (DNC) Neighbor-to-Neighbor Organizing Day on Saturday, April 29, 2006. more...
Apr 24, 2006 Rebecca Vigil-Giron, New Mexico Secretary of State, Delivers Hispanic Radio Response This Saturday Washington, D.C. - New Mexico Secretary of State Rebecca Vigil-Giron will deliver the Democratic Hispanic Radio Address this Saturday, April 22, 2006. Vigil-Giron will discuss the Republican Party's failed leadership on immigration, and reiterate the Democratic Party's commitment to achieving... more...
Apr 19, 2006 BINGAMAN: LEGISLATION TO EXTEND MEDICARE DRUG PLAN WOULD HELP SENIORS Category: Health Care
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today called on Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist to pass legislation that would roll back the May 15 deadline for seniors to enroll in the new Medicare prescription drug plan. more...
Apr 14, 2006 NAVAJO NATION PRESIDENT JOE SHIRLEY, JR., DELEGATE ALICE BENALLY WELCOME CONGRESSMAN TOM UDALL TO T¹IISTS¹OZÍ CHILD CARE CENTER Category: Rural Issues
CROWNPOINT, N.M. Greeting him as a brother and son to the Navajo people, Navajo Nation President Joe Shirley, Jr., welcomed Congressman Tom Udall, D-N.M., here for the dedication of the new T¹iists¹ozí Child Care Center. more...
Apr 13, 2006 BINGAMAN OUTLINES LAW ENFORCEMENT SPENDING PRIORITIES FOR NEW MEXICO Category: Crime and Justice
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman outlined his fiscal year 2007 spending priorities for law enforcement projects in New Mexico. more...
Apr 5, 2006 Lt. Governor Denish to visit Doña Ana County for Children’s Cabinet Town Hall Meeting and Colonias Development Tour Category: Health Care
Lt. Gov. Diane Denish will spend the day in Doña Ana County on Thursday hosting a Children's Cabinet Town Hall in the evening and touring colonias development projects in the valley during the day. more...
Apr 5, 2006 Senator Jeff Bingaman Deserves Thanks for Defending New Mexico State Patients' Rights Laws Category: Health Care
The Foundation for Taxpayer and Consumer Rights said New Mexico Senator Jeff Bingaman (D) deserves thanks from patients for defending Mew Mexico patient protection laws by voting against an over-reaching bill to dismantle state oversight of health insurance that passed out of the U.S. Senate... more...
Apr 3, 2006 BINGAMAN WINS SUPPORT FOR MEASURE TO AID BORDER-AREA LAW ENFROCEMENT AGENCIES Category: Immigration
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today won support (84-6) for an amendment to an immigration bill that will help local law enforcement agencies fight border-related crimes, such as human smuggling, vehicle thefts, drug trafficking, and the destruction of private property. more...
Mar 30, 2006 The Democratic Record on Real Security vs. The Bush Republican Record of Dangerous Incompetence Category: Homeland Defense
Recently, Karl Rove explained how Republicans approach homeland security as essentially a political issue. Unfortunately for Mr. Rove, the Republican record on security doesn't support his political rhetoric. Time and again, it's the Democratic Party that has proven to be the party that has... more...
Mar 29, 2006 Senator Bingaman Votes to Support Lobby Reform Measure Category: Crime and Justice
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today voted to approve the Legislative Transparency and Accountability Act of 2006, a lobby reform bill. more...
Mar 29, 2006 BINGAMAN OBJECTS TO IRS PLAN THAT MAY ALLOW TAXPAYER INFORMATION TO BE RELEASED TO MARKETERS Category: Economy
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today joined several Senate colleagues in urging the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to reject a proposal that could allow tax preparers to release taxpayer information to marketers. more...
Mar 28, 2006 Albuquerque March & Rally to Support Social Justice for Immigrants Category: Immigration
"If you believe immigrants do not deserve the right to fulfill the American dream and live freely in this nation, then you do not have to do a single thing. But if you feel that something is not quite right, then it is your time to stand up and fight for your values, traditions, friends and family." more...
Mar 21, 2006 BALDERAS SELECTED FOR MISSION TO PAKISTAN Category: Foreign Policy
Islamabad – On March 31, 2006 State Representative Hector Balderas from Wagon Mound (D-Mora, Taos, San Miguel, Guadalupe, Colfax) will take part in a 13-day mission to Pakistan. The mission, sponsored by the American Council of Young Political Leaders and the US Embassy in Pakistan, will focus on... more...
Mar 20, 2006 2006 Pre-Primary Nominating Convention Results Access this page to view the results of the Democratic Party of New Mexico's 2006 Pre-Primary Convention held Saturday March 18th at Highland High School. more...
Mar 16, 2006 Leaders, Organizers and Citizens Converge at Native American Voters Alliance Statewide Convention Native American activists, leaders and organizers will convene this Thursday and Friday at the Albuquerque Convention Center for the 2006 Native American Voters Alliance Statewide Convention. more...
Mar 15, 2006 DEMOCRATIC CONVENTION TO BE HELD SATURDAY, MARCH 18 Albuquerque, NM – Delegates to the Democratic Party of New Mexico’s Pre Primary Nominating Convention will converge on Highland High School in Albuquerque on Saturday, March 18, 2006 more...
Mar 15, 2006 Madrid, Councilor Cadigan Present Real Solutions for Medicare Drug Plan Category: Health Care
Attorney General Patricia Madrid joined former U.S. Marine and current Albuquerque City Councilor Michael Cadigan to stand with veterans at U.S.S. Bullhead Memorial Park on Wednesday to present real solutions to fix the failing Medicare drug program. more...
Mar 10, 2006 Madrid: Wilson Legislation Admission that Medicare Drug Plan a Failure Category: Seniors
Attorney General Patricia Madrid on Thursday said that Rep. Heather Wilson’s election-year legislation to fix one of the many problems with the Medicare prescription drug plan is an admission by Wilson that the plan she voted for – and actively promoted – is a disaster more...
Mar 9, 2006 Lance Pyle Elected as Youngest Mayor in New Mexico Melrose, NM - At 2:00pm on Friday, March 10, 25-year old City Councilman Lance A. Pyle will take the oath of office, making him mayor of Melrose and the youngest mayor in New Mexico. more...
Mar 8, 2006 BINGAMAN: LEGISLATION WILL HELP NEW MEXICANS PAY HEATING BILLS Category: Working Families
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today reported that the Senate has approved legislation to provide emergency funding for a program that helps low-income families defray the burden of heating and cooling costs. The bill must now be passed by the House of Representatives before it can be signed into law. more...
Mar 3, 2006 Rubber Stamp Again! Heather Wilson Votes Against Port Security Investigation Category: Homeland Defense
In her Latest Vote, Congresswoman Heather Wilson Voted Against a 45-day National Security Investigation Into the Deal That Sent Control of American Ports to a Company From the United Arab Emirates more...
Mar 3, 2006 Governor Richardson Signs Solar Tax Credit Legislation Category: Economy
Governor Bill Richardson today signed a key piece of legislation passed during the recently completed legislative session. Senate Bill 269 creates a solar tax credit to encourage New Mexicans to purchase solar systems and to stimulate New Mexico’s solar power manufacturing industry. more...
Mar 3, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson signs historic school construction bill – paves way for $90 million for new schools Category: Working Families
Governor Bill Richardson today signed a historic bill that paves the way for an investment of $90 million for modern new schools in New Mexico’s fastest-growing communities. more...
Mar 2, 2006 Governor Richardson Signs Legislation to Ensure That Every Vote is Counted Governor Bill Richardson today signed a key piece of legislation passed during the recently completed legislative session. Senate Bill 295, the New Mexico Make Every Vote Count Act, moves the state to a single paper ballot system, makes New Mexico’s elections system more transparent and helps... more...
Mar 1, 2006 WILSON’S WAFFLES DO NOT A “MODERATE” MAKE Category: Working Families
Republican Representative Heather Wilson has so carefully tailored her corporate sponsored political makeover, that even the media is confused. The record shows that Wilson is a rubberstamp for the George Bush and the Republican Party. more...
Feb 24, 2006 Whistle Stop for Wilson on the Boehner Special Interest Express Category: Working Families
In First New Mexico Visit as Leader, Boehner and the Special Interests get Together for Rep. Heather Wilson more...
Feb 22, 2006 AG Madrid, Sen. Feldman Launch Petition Drive to Extend Sign-Up for Medicare Drug Plan Category: Seniors
Attorney General Patricia Madrid and state Sen. Dede Feldman on Wednesday launched a petition drive to gather signatures in support of extending the May 15th deadline for seniors to sign up for the Medicare Plan D prescription drug program. more...
Feb 21, 2006 Karen Montoya Running for County Assessor Veteran property assessor Karen Montoya announced today that she will file as a candidate for the position of Bernalillo County Assessor in the Democratic Primary. more...
Feb 17, 2006 Rep. Wilson: The Latest GOP Rubber Stamp of the Week Category: Health Care
Today, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee announced that New Mexico Congresswoman Heather Wilson (NM-01) is the newest “GOP Rubber Stamp of the Week.” Wilson was named “Rubber Stamp of the Week” for voting to approve both the Medicare Prescription Drug Bill as well as substantial... more...
Feb 17, 2006 Madrid Unveils Plan to Fix Failing Medicare Prescription Drug Program Category: Seniors
Attorney General Patricia Madrid on Friday unveiled her plan to fix the failing Medicare prescription drug program by helping all seniors more easily access the program and by allowing the federal government to buy medications at discounted bulk rates. more...
Feb 16, 2006 Madrid to Give National Radio Address On Saturday February 18th, New Mexico Attorney General Patricia Madrid – as a sign of the strength of her campaign to unseat Rep. Heather Wilson – on Saturday will be the first Democratic challenger ever to give the national Democratic Radio Address when she speaks to a national audience about... more...
Feb 15, 2006 Senator Bingaman: Bush Budget Bad for Hispanics Category: Working Families
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today joined Senator Bob Menendez (D-NJ) and representatives of major Hispanic advocacy groups to discuss the impact of President Bush’s budget on Hispanic families and to call for better priorities. more...
Feb 14, 2006 Madrid Files Petitions for Congressional Race: Attorney General Turns in Nearly Four Times Signatures Needed Attorney General Patricia Madrid Tuesday filed with the Secretary of State hundreds of petitions with a total of 4633 signatures supporting her candidacy for U.S. Representative from New Mexico’s First Congressional District. more...
Feb 14, 2006 Lt. Gov. Diane Denish submits more than 11,000 nominating petition Diane D. Denish today submitted more than 11,000 nominating petition signatures to the Secretary of State, qualifying her for the June Democratic Primary ballot in her re-election bid for Lt. Governor. Submitting petition signatures and filing a statement of candidacy is the first official step... more...
Feb 14, 2006 WILL HEATHER WILSON ACKNOWLEDGE HER LOVE AFFAIR WITH GOP? On Valentine’s Day, Chairman of the Democratic Party of New Mexico (DPNM) John Wertheim is demonstrating just how sweet Heather Wilson is on the Republican Party. Wilson’s true colors are as bright as the redest rose and her pulse quickens at the thought of corporate contributions. However,... more...
Feb 13, 2006 Heather Wilson: A Rubberstamp for the Republican Party Heather Wilson may try and poise herself as a moderate during an election year or when she’s back in her district but her record shows that when it counts, she will choose loyalty to her Party over representing the people of New Mexico more...
Feb 13, 2006 DISTRICT ATTORNEY LEMUEL MARTINEZ TO RUN FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL Lemuel Martinez, District Attorney for the 13th Judicial District that includes Sandoval, Valencia and Cibola counties, announced today that he is running to be New Mexico's next Attorney General more...
Feb 9, 2006 Congresswoman Pelosi: Katrina Response a Scandal of Incompetence and Cronyism Category: Homeland Defense
House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi joined Congressman Barney Frank of Massachusetts and other Democrats today at a hearing this afternoon on the housing crisis facing Gulf Coast communities in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. more...
Feb 7, 2006 Poll: Madrid, Wilson in Dead Heat: New Mexico’s First Congressional District Definitely in Play A recent poll by D.C.-based Lake Research Partners showed that Attorney General Patricia Madrid and Rep. Heather Wilson are in a statistical dead heat in the race to represent New Mexico’s First Congressional District, according to an internal memo released Tuesday more...
Feb 6, 2006 Senator Bingaman: Bush Budget Cuts Funding to Education and Health Care Category: Education
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said he is very concerned about President Bush’s budget proposal, which calls for deep cuts in health care and education more...
Feb 3, 2006 Bush Promoting Science, Yeah Right! Category: Education
Democratic Party of New Mexico Chairman John Wertheim says he would applaud President George Bush’s embrace of a Democratic proposal to make America competitive in innovation and science and math education were it not for the Republican record of putting politics before policy, and emphazing... more...
Feb 2, 2006 National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) To Deliver Fourth Annual State of Indian Nations Address WASHINGTON—January 25, 2006—Joe A. Garcia, President of the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) – the nation's oldest, largest, and most representative American Indian and Alaska Native organization – will deliver the fourth annual State of Indian Nations Address on February 2, 2006 at... more
Feb 2, 2006 CALLING ALBUQUERQUEANS: Tell Halliburton Heather You've Had Enough!! The Democratic Party of New Mexico (DPNM) is welcoming President Bush to New Mexico by calling on Albuquerqueans to criticize the Representative he’s here to help: Halliburton Heather Wilson. People across Albuquerque will receive an automated phone call recorded by the DPNM. more...
Feb 1, 2006 Congressman Udall Reaction to State of the Union Address "We need a forward-looking comprehensive energy policy that truly reduces our dependence on foreign oil; we have millions of Americans without health insurance, and seniors who are so confused by the Medicare prescription drug plan that the Pharmaceutical industry wrote behind closed doors" more...
Feb 1, 2006 BINGAMAN: PROVISION WOULD ENSURE SENIORS’ ACCESS TO THEIR PRESCRIPTION DRUGS Category: Seniors
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today introduced an amendment to a key budget bill before the Senate that ensures senior citizens and people with disabilities are getting the prescription drugs they need. more...
Feb 1, 2006 Congressman Udall Backs Measure to Protect Public Trust in Congress Today, U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-NM, joined over 160 of his Democratic colleagues in supporting the "Honest Leadership, Open Government" Act, a bill he calls an aggressive legislation package aimed at ending the culture of corruption afflicting our nation's capitol. more...
Feb 1, 2006 Governor Richardson and Senator Bingaman Stand Up For Seniors Category: Seniors
Governor Richardson: “Senior citizens are facing serious difficulties getting their necessary medications under the confusing new prescription drug program. They need help now." more...
Jan 31, 2006 Attorney General, Congressional Democratic Whip Talk with Seniors about Failures of Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Category: Seniors
Attorney General Patricia Madrid and Democratic Whip Congressman Steny Hoyer met with a group of senior citizens on Monday at the Los Volcanes Senior Center to talk about their opposition to Medicare Plan D and to answer seniors’ questions about why the prescription plan has failed. more...
Jan 30, 2006 Congressman Udall Touts Latest Resources in Combating Meth Category: Crime and Justice
U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., announced the availability of Tools for Combating Meth, the newest technological assistance resources available to law enforcement to fight methamphetamines more...
Jan 26, 2006 Navajo president proclaims flags to fly at half-staff, for Jan. 26 NAVAJO NATION PRESIDENT JOE SHIRLEY, JR., ORDERS FLAGS TO HALF-STAFF IN HONOR OF THE LATE U.S. ARMY SGT. CLIFTON YAZZIE more...
Jan 24, 2006 Letter from Congressman Udall Concerning the President's Warrantless Eavesdropping Program Category: Foreign Policy
"Since reports of the National Security Agency's spying on Americans came to light, the President has continued to tout the program, saying it is instrumental to national security. However, I still find this program to be extremely concerning" more...
Jan 24, 2006 Governor Richardson Announces $16 Million in Rodeo Funding Governor Bill Richardson today announced he will allocate $12 million for a new equestrian facility. The new facility will house traditional rodeo events such as team roping and professional bull riding as well as other equestrian activities. more...
Jan 24, 2006 NATIONAL LATINO ORGANIZATIONS AND LOCAL LEADERS COME TOGETHER TO OPPOSE THE CONFIRMATION OF JUDGE SAMUEL A. ALITO Category: Civil Rights
On Wednesday, January 25th, 2006, LULAC, LCLAA, and the New Mexico Fair Judiciary Court Coalition – a broad-based coalition of New Mexico organizations - will join together in opposition to Judge Samuel A. Alito’s nomination to the Supreme Court more...
Jan 23, 2006 Senator Bingaman Seeks GAO Report Examining Oil and Gas Royalties Collected on Federal Lands Category: Environment
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman is asking for a General Accounting Office (GAO) investigation into whether the federal government is collecting the correct amount of royalty revenue from oil and natural gas produced on publicly-owned lands. more...
Jan 23, 2006 Senator Bingaman to Join in Introducing Science and Tech Legislation Category: Education
This week U.S. Senators Jeff Bingaman, Pete Domenici, Lamar Alexander (R-TN) and Barbara Mikulski (D-MD) will introduce legislation aimed at helping America maintain its leading edge in science and technology. more...
Jan 17, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson to Deliver First Live Webcast of New Mexico State of the State Governor Bill Richardson’s 2006 State of the State speech will be broadcast live on the Internet on Tuesday, January 17 at 1:00pm. more...
Jan 13, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Proposes Far-Reaching Agenda on Energy and Water Issues Category: Environment
Solar Tax Credit, $45 Million Water Investment Part of Legislative Proposals more...
Jan 12, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Pledges $11 Million for Voting Machines, Urges Standard System for all Counties Governor Bill Richardson today announced that he will work with the Legislature to provide $11 million over two years to purchase new voting machines for all New Mexico counties. The Governor will propose a uniform system of machines with a paper trail that allow voters to verify how they voted more...
Jan 12, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Proposes Anti-Corruption, Campaign Reporting Initiatives Governor Bill Richardson today outlined a comprehensive anti-corruption package that will close legal loopholes and toughen ethical laws more...
Jan 6, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson to hold office hours in Santa Fe, Albuquerque On Wednesday Jan. 11, Governor Bill Richardson will hold open office hours in Santa Fe and Albuquerque in order to meet with constituents. more...
Jan 6, 2006 Governor Bill Richardson Proposes Bold $6.4 Million Pay Raise Package for State Law Enforcement Category: Working Families
Governor Bill Richardson today announced a $6.4 million pay package for state police officers, special investigations division officers and motor transportation division officers. The compensation package is intended to help recruit and retain State Police Officers throughout New Mexico. more...
Jan 5, 2006 THE STATE OF OUR ECONOMY UNDER GEORGE W. BUSH Category: Economy
On the eve of the Bush administration’s new push to promote its economic success, the Senate Democratic Communications Center released a special report on the state of our economy. more...
Jan 3, 2006 BINGAMAN: NEW MEXICO COMMUNITIES TO SHARE $878,682 IN FEDERAL FUNDS FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said he is pleased that communities across the state will share more than $800,000 to support public transportation, including the purchase of new buses. more...
Dec 29, 2005 Governor Richardson Announces $777,000 in Funding to Promote Rodeo Throughout New Mexico Category: Education
New Mexico to Hold First Ever Collegiate Rodeo Finals more...
Dec 22, 2005 Governor Bill Richardson Announces Hotline to Report Suspected Drunk Drivers Category: Crime and Justice
Governor Bill Richardson today announced the state has activated its "Drunkbusters" hotline that now allows citizens to report suspected drunk drivers. The hotline will be answered 24 hours per day by dispatchers who will then contact law enforcement to investigate. more...
Dec 22, 2005 Governor Richardson Plans Christmas Day Veterans Event Category: Veteran Affairs
Governor Bill Richardson will honor New Mexico's veterans in a ceremony on Sunday, Christmas Day at the Bataan Memorial on the capitol grounds at 10:00 a.m. more...
Dec 22, 2005 ACLU: 'No President is Above the Law' Category: Crime and Justice
The ACLU ran the following advertisement in the December 22, 2005 edition of The New York Times more
Dec 21, 2005 Bingaman Votes Against Budget Plan that Hurts New Mexico Category: Working Families
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today voted against a budget bill that could lead to deep cuts in health care and makes attending college more expensive. more...
Dec 21, 2005 Almost New Year’s Eve: Time For Heather Wilson To Make Resolutions Category: Working Families
As 2005 Winds Down, and 2006 Approaches, it is Time for Congresswoman Heather Wilson to Make her Resolutions and Return the Tainted Money she Took From Jack Abramoff more...
Dec 20, 2005 Remarks by U.S. Senator Robert Byrd (D-WV) Category: Crime and Justice
"It has become apparent that this Administration has engaged in a consistent and unrelenting pattern of abuse against our Country's law-abiding citizens, and against our Constitution". more...
Dec 19, 2005 Governor Richardson Speaks at Tribal Education Summit, Announces Funding Awards Category: Education
Governor Bill Richardson today gave the keynote address at the State Tribal Education Summit at Ohkay Owingeh (formerly San Juan Pueblo). Governor Richardson addressed the state’s plans to improve education for New Mexico’s Tribes and Pueblos through his “Year of the Child” legislative agenda. more...
Dec 16, 2005 DEMOCRATIC WOMEN OF SANDOVAL COUNTY MAKE HOLIDAY BRIGHTER FOR TWO AREA FAMILIES Democratic Party of New Mexico FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: ... more...
Dec 16, 2005 Governor Richardson’s Insure New Mexico! Council Submits New Recommendations to help More New Mexicans Get Access to Health Care Governor Richardson’s Insure New Mexico ! Council Submits New Recommendations to help More New Mexicans Get Access to Health Care Santa Fe , December 16, 2005 – Governor Bill Richardson’s Insure New Mexico ! Council,... more...
Dec 15, 2005 Governor Richardson Kicks Off Significant Improvements to U.S. 64/87 Between Raton and Clayton This is a Governor Richardson’s Investment Partnership (GRIP) project that involves widening an 81-mile stretch of highway from two lanes to four lanes. Governor Richardson named the highway in honor of the late New Mexico State Sen. John L. Morrow in 2004. more...
Dec 15, 2005 Governor Bill Richardson Announces Comprehensive Crime Initiatives for Upcoming Legislative Session Category: Crime and Justice
Governor Bill Richardson today announced his comprehensive package of initiatives to combat crime that he plans to introduce during the legislative session that begins next month. more...
Dec 12, 2005 NAVAJO NATION PRESIDENT JOE SHIRLEY, JR., TO RECEIVE HONORARY DOCTOR OF HUMANE LETTERS FROM NAU WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. Navajo Nation President Joe Shirley, Jr., will receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree next Friday during Northern Arizona University's fall 2005 commencement ceremonies, becoming the first sitting Navajo president to receive such an honor. more...
Dec 11, 2005 LCHS Student Named to U.S. Senate Youth Program Category: Education
LAS CRUCES – “I am very excited to announce that one of Las Cruces High School's students -- Philip Zakahi -- was chosen for the United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP),” said LCHS Principal Nyeta Haines. Zakahi was notified of the honor December 7. more...
Dec 6, 2005 U.S. Sen. Feingold: Targets Netroots with “Pick a Progressive Patriot” Category: Politics
US Senator Russ Feingold announced today the beginning of an internet event called “Pick a Progressive Patriot,” an online vote to determine who Feingold will financially support next through his leadership committee, the Progressive Patriots Fund. Feingold has selected eleven Congressional... more...
Dec 5, 2005 Governor Richardson unveils plan to partner with parents to make schools work Initiative is part of Governor’s “Year of the Child” agenda for 2006 legislative session ALBUQUERQUE -- Governor Bill Richardson today outlined a plan to partner with parents, including investing in innovative parental involvement programs, as part of his effort... more...
Dec 2, 2005 Duke Pleads Guilty: When Will New Mexico Republicans Return Cunningham's Money? Category: Crime and Justice
Duke Cunningham Resigns After Pleading Guilty to Bribery Charges, Yet New Mexico Members of Congress Hold Tight to Cunninghams Cash Even After Some Republicans Have Returned Dukes Money more...
Dec 1, 2005 Bill Containing Millions for New Mexico Transportation Projects Signed into Law WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said he is pleased a spending bill that contains millions of dollars in funding he requested for New Mexico transportation projects has been signed into law more...
Nov 29, 2005 Heather Wilson's Addiction to Rx Money Sickening Category: Seniors
Today, as Heather Wilson hosts a forum on the sham Medicare bill she helped passed through the Republican-controlled Congress, the Democratic Party of New Mexico urges her to acknowledge her addiction to pharmaceutical campaign cash. more...
Nov 21, 2005 U.S. Sen. Feingold: Statement on General Motors - Janesville Category: Labor and Employment
U.S. Senator Russ Feingold released the following statement today after news that the General Motors plant in Janesville will not be closed as part of GM’s “Major Capacity Turnaround Plan.” "General Motors has been an integral part of my hometown of Janesville for generations -- my grandfather,... more...
Nov 16, 2005 DPNM Honors Vine Deloria, Jr. Democratic Party of New Mexico FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:... more...
Nov 12, 2005 Former and Retired Military Servicemen Form Veterans for Madrid Committee Category: Veteran Affairs
A bi-partisan group of retired and former military personnel announced that they have formed the Veterans for Madrid Committee. The Committee’s purpose is to work with New Mexico Attorney General and Congressional candidate Patricia Madrid on veterans’ issues. more...
Nov 11, 2005 Heather Wilson’s Real Record on Veterans’ Health Care Category: Veteran Affairs
Congresswoman Heather Wilson returned to New Mexico to participate in Veteran’s Day ceremonies. When she is in Washington, however, her record of voting against veteran’s health care does a disservice to the brave New Mexico men and women who have worn the uniform of our country. With her votes... more...
Nov 10, 2005 Veterans Lash Out at Loss of Voice on Capitol Hill Category: Veteran Affairs
A proposal to end the long-standing practice of veterans groups addressing a joint session of the House and Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committees is an insult to all who have fought, sacrificed and died to defend the Constitution, according to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). And in a strongly... more...
Nov 3, 2005 Bingaman: 'Budget Bill Sets out Wrong Priorities' Category: Working Families
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said he voted against a budget bill that passed the Senate today because it makes deep cuts in health care while setting aside $1 billion for an unnecessary milk subsidy that benefits farmers in only a few states. The measure passed 52-47.... more...
Nov 1, 2005 Lt. Governor to Lead Children’s Cabinet Town Hall Category: Working Families
Teachers, Parents, Child-Care Providers, Advocates and Policymakers to Discuss the 2006 Year of the Child more...
Oct 31, 2005 Over 30 Days Since DeLay Indictment: When Will Steve Pearce Return The Tainted Cash? Category: Crime and Justice
Congressman Pearce’s New Mexico Colleague, Congresswoman Heather Wilson has Already Returned her DeLay Money, When Will Pearce? more...
Oct 27, 2005 BINGAMAN GAINS MILLIONS FOR DROPOUT PREVENTION, ADVANCED PLACEMENT & HISPANIC SERVING INSTITUTIONS Category: Education
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today won support for several amendments that boost funding for public education. The amendments were made part year 2006 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education Appropriations Bill, which is under Senate consideration. more...
Oct 26, 2005 Congressman Udall Address VA's Misguided Review of PTSD cases Category: Veteran Affairs
Dear Friend: Yesterday, the House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs heard testimony on the VA's misguided review of 72,000 post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) claims. The review, while targeting only a small number of veterans, is bringing... more...
Oct 26, 2005 Dem Chair Wertheim Marks Tragic Day Category: Foreign Policy
U.S. Troop Fatalities Reach 2,000 in Iraq more...
Oct 26, 2005 The Emergency Campaign for America's Priorities Calls on Rep. Wilson to Oppose Cuts to Medicaid in Vote Tomorrow Category: Health Care
$9 Billion Cut Would Cut Access to Health Care, Prescriptions for Families That Rely on Medicaid Includes Increased Co-pays for Children, Pregnant Women more...
Oct 26, 2005 FIRST RESPONDERS GET STIFFED BY REP. HEATHER WILSON Category: Homeland Defense
Today, Congresswoman Heather Wilson abandoned the heroes on the front lines of our communities, our first responders, voting NO on a critical amendment offered by Congressman Bart Stupak (D-MI), which would have provided $5.7 billion for first responder communications. The amendment was defeated... more...
Oct 25, 2005 Senator Bingaman votes against $10 Billion in Cuts to Medicaid & Medicare Category: Health Care
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today voted against a proposal that would cut Medicaid and Medicare funding by $10 billion. Unfortunately the legislation passed, and will be sent to the Senate Budget Committee so that it can be combined with other bills and then sent to the... more...
Oct 19, 2005 Lt. Governor Kicks Off Gasoline and Home Heating Hotline Category: Working Families
Toll Free Line Provides Information on Gas Rebate and the Low Income Heating Assistance Program (1-866-285-2996) more...
Oct 19, 2005 EVEN THE NATIONAL NEWS MEDIA KNOWS: HEATHER WILSON IS TOM DELAY'S CRONY Category: Crime and Justice
Congresswoman Heather Wilson is earning top honors with the national media lately, but not for reasons her constituents might applaud. As USA Today reports, Wilson is the recipient of the fourth largest amount of tainted campaign dollars -- $47,959 -- from the corrupt former House Leader Tom Delay. more...
Oct 15, 2005 WERTHEIM STATEMENT ON DAMRON CAMPAIGN ANNOUNCEMENT John V. Wertheim, Chairman of the Democratic Party of New Mexico provides a statement in regard to Mr. Damron’s announcement that he will challenge Governor Bill Richardson in next year’s gubernatorial election, highlighting Richardson's impressive record of accomplishment for the people of New... more...
Oct 14, 2005 Governor Richardson to Travel to North Korea Category: Foreign Policy
New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson, former United States United Nations Ambassador and Secretary of Energy, announced that he will travel to North Korea at the invitation of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, DPRK, departing Santa Fe, New Mexico Saturday, October 15, 2005. The Governor... more...
Oct 11, 2005 Gov. Richardson and Gov. Huntsman Propose Western States Presidential Primary Democratic New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson and Republican Utah Governor Jon Huntsman met today to discuss bipartisan Western Governor’s support for creating a “Western States” Presidential Primary in 2008. more...
Oct 11, 2005 Valle Vidal Hearing Set for October 26 Category: Environment
WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Tom Udall , D-N.M., today confirmed that the House will hold a hearing October 26 to consider his legislation to prohibit oil and gas drilling on the 100,000-acre Valle Vidal Unit of the Carson National Forest. The hearing on the Valle Vidal Protection... more...
Sep 30, 2005 Heather Wilson: Rubber Stamp for Tom DeLay Category: Crime and Justice
With Their Ethically Challenged Leader Now Indicted by a Grand Jury in Texas, Will Congresswoman Heather Wilson Continue to be a Rubber Stamp for Tom DeLay? more...
Sep 29, 2005 Will New Mexico Republicans Join Fellow Republican Congressman in Returning DeLay Money? Category: Crime and Justice
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee today asked whether New Mexico members of Congress will return tainted DeLay money like their Republican colleague did yesterday. Former Republican Majority Tom DeLay, who has given thousands of dollars in campaign contributions to New Mexico... more...
Sep 29, 2005 WILL HEATHER CONTINUE TO DeLay RETURN OF DIRTY MONEY? Category: Crime and Justice
In light of the indictment of (now former) House Majority Leader Tom Delay for conspiring to launder corporate money yesterday, Democratic Party of New Mexico Chairman John Wertheim is asking, will Representative Heather Wilson return her dirty money? more...
Sep 28, 2005 WERTHEIM ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENTS TO STATE RESOLUTIONS AND PLATFORM COMMITTEE Democratic Party of New Mexico Chairman John Wertheim announced his appointments to the state Resolutions and Platform Committee. As the Bush Administration undermines basic principles and sets new lows for deception, many Democrats have highlighted the importance of the resolutions process as... more...
Sep 26, 2005 Governor Bill Richardson Announces State Agencies Are Working To Cut Red Tape for Healthcare Professionals Displaced By Hurricanes Category: Health Care
The Governor has asked licensing boards to expedite process to help doctors, nurses, and other professionals work in New Mexico more...
Sep 21, 2005 BINGAMAN MEASURE TO DOUBLE FUNDING FOR NUTRITION EDUCATION-BILL ALSO CONTAINS FUNDING FOR N.M. PROJECTS Category: Education
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said he is pleased that a key spending bill that contains funding for important New Mexico projects also includes an amendment he wrote to increase funding for nutrition education. The spending bill must now be reconciled with the House-passed version. more...
Sep 21, 2005 Living Wage Talking Points Category: Working Families
Don't believe the lies. Learn the facts about Albuquerque's Living Wage Initiative. more...
Sep 20, 2005 Governor Bill Richardson calls Special Session, proposes $100 million “Gas and Home Heating Relief” Package Category: Environment
Special Session scheduled for Oct. 5 – Governor calls on Oil & Gas Industry to pitch in $50 million. more...
Sep 20, 2005 Governor Bill Richardson’s Call Gets Results -- 31 Buildings Demolished United States Border Patrol officials notified the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security today that they were observing abandoned buildings being bulldozed in the Village of Las Chepas, Chihuahua, Mexico. The bulldozers were escorted by Department of Public Safety officials and included a... more...
Sep 20, 2005 Richardson Orders Top-To-Bottom Review of State Investments Category: Economy
Governor Bill Richardson today announced he has ordered a comprehensive review of state investments and investment contracts, and is proposing a number of strict new procedures regarding the state investment process. The Governor's actions come in the wake of the arrest of State Treasurer Robert... more...
Sep 16, 2005 Governor Bill Richardson Makes New Mexico First State to Join National Climate Change Effort Category: Environment
Chicago Climate Exchange Membership Furthers Efforts to Combat Global Warming more...
Sep 16, 2005 Senator Bingaman addressed 6th Annual Hispanic Leadership Summit WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman, co-chair of the Senate Democratic Hispanic Task Force, today welcomed participants from around the country to the 6th Annual Hispanic Leadership Summit. As part of Hispanic Heritage Month activities, Senate and House Democrats today hosted the... more...
Sep 16, 2005 New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson Urges Quick Federal Action To Provide Critical Medicaid Services To Hurricane Survivors Category: Health Care
Governor Bill Richardson today urged the federal government to act quickly to respond to the healthcare needs of the survivors of Hurricane Katrina by cutting the red tape delaying access to critical Medicaid services. more...
Sep 12, 2005 Governor Bill Richardson Unveils State Report Card On School Performance Category: Education
Governor Bill Richardson today unveiled a new state report card that shows progress toward improving New Mexico schools. Governor Richardson, joined by Lt. Governor Diane Denish and Education Secretary Veronica Garcia, also outlined a plan, called "Making Schools Work," to partner with parents,... more...
Sep 9, 2005 Social Security Privatization: 933 Percent More Expensive than Katrina Rescue & Recovery Costs Category: Seniors
Non-partisan analysts estimate that the President’s privatization proposal would add some $1.4 trillion to the national debt in just the first 10 years of the plan, climbing to a whopping $17.7 trillion in new debt by the year 2050. This privatization price tag would dwarf the costs of rescue... more...
Sep 9, 2005 BRAC Commission Report To President Confirms: Canon Open and Secretary of Defense Shall Seek Another Mission Category: Veteran Affairs
The BRAC Commission issued its report to the President for review today confirming the fact that the Secretary of Defense will have until December 31, 2009 to designate another mission for Canon Air Force Base and keep the base open. more...
Sep 8, 2005 KEY SENATE COMMITTEE CLEARS HIGHER EDUCATION BILL BINGAMAN HELPED WRITE Category: Education
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today said he is pleased a key Senate committee has approved legislation he helped write to make higher education more accessible to New Mexicans. This action clears the way for the full Senate to consider the measure. more...
Sep 7, 2005 IN WAKE OF KATRINA, BINGAMAN URGES NO CUTS IN MEDICAID Category: Health Care
U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman is urging a key lawmaker to halt any effort to cut Medicaid, particularly in light of the fact that this key health initiative will be needed to help Americans affected by Hurricane Katrina. more...
Sep 2, 2005 UDALL: GOVERNMENT MUST ADDRESS ISSUES LEADING UP, RESPONSE TO HURRICANE KATRINA Category: Homeland Defense
Congressman Tom Udall says, "We have a moral obligation to conduct a full review of what happened. Congress should convene hearings to investigate if there is a link between global warming and the growing intensity of hurricanes. We need to examine the federal budget cuts that made the Gulf... more...
Sep 1, 2005 Governor Bill Richardson and Attorney General Patricia Madrid announce plan for tough price-gouging law Category: Crime and Justice
Action follows reports of unfair spikes at gas pumps related to Hurricane Katrina more...
Aug 31, 2005 Bingaman offers Bush suggestions on post-hurricane energy actions In advance of the Administration’s meeting on post-hurricane response and recovery, Sen. Jeff Bingaman (D-NM) in a letter to President Bush outlined several recommendations regarding our national energy system. Bingaman is the Senate Energy Committee’s top Democrat. Here is his... more...
Aug 30, 2005 Governor Richardson Orders 200 New Mexico National Guard to Aid in Hurricane Katrina Relief New Mexico Emergency Operations Center Coordinating Assistance with the National Guard, Department of Health and State Police more...
Aug 23, 2005 GOP LEAVES NM CHILDREN BEHIND Category: Education
As New Mexico students head back to school, a new report by the Center for American Progress and the Institute for America's Future shows the impact of President Bush’s failed leadership on education. The report is available at: www.americanprogress.org/schools or... more...
Aug 16, 2005 Take the Money and Run: Will Wilson Return Abramoff’s Money? Category: Crime and Justice
Congresswoman Heather Wilson has taken $1,000 from indicted lobbyist Jack Abramoff. Wilson's indicted benefactor is in court again today, and with more legal troubles ahead for Abramoff, will Wilson return the money more...
Aug 8, 2005 BUSH’S FLIRTATION WITH BIPARTISANSHIP DOES NOT A FULL-FLEDGED ROMANCE MAKE Category: Environment
President Bush is in Albuquerque today to sign energy legislation crafted in a bipartisan manner, thanks to the steady Democratic hand of U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman. Bush’s brief sabbatical from his Crawford vacation – the longest scheduled in recent presidential history – highlights how he,... more...
Aug 1, 2005 HOUSE RESOURCES CMTE. ON (RUINOUS) ROAD Category: Environment
The House Resources Committee, chaired by Representative Richard Pombo (R-CA), held a task force hearing today in Rio Rancho, which Representative Steve Pearce, a member of the committee, was apparently too busy to attend. Pombo and Pearce are not actually expected to “hear” the public’s... more...
Jul 22, 2005 NM COLLEGE DEMS ATTEND NATIONAL CONVO Seven College Democrats from New Mexico are attending the College Democrats of America (CDA) National Convention taking place this week in Washington, DC from Thursday, July 21 through Sunday, July 23, 2005. more...
Jul 18, 2005 DPNM MasterCard Earns Democrats Dollars with Each Purchase Democratic Party of New Mexico Chairman John Wertheim is providing New Mexico Democrats an opportunity to earn their state Party campaign money with every purchase. more...
Jun 13, 2005 Richardson Radio Response to GOP Attack Ad Attached as an mp3 is the radio ad that responded to the NM GOP's desperate, pathetic, partisan attack about the Governor's lifestyle -- an ad which was filled with lies and complete fabrications, and which is about what you would expect from a party that lacks leadership and any real ideas for... more...
Jun 9, 2005 BERNALILLO DEMS: REP. WILSON, YOU ARE SUPPOSED TO REPRESENT US! Even when Heather Wilson is in New Mexico, she’s scheduling meetings in other people’s districts when they are out of town. more...
Jun 1, 2005 REP. BECERRA VISITS ABQ, HOLDS THE TOWN HALL MEETING WILSON WON’T At the Los Volcanes Senior Center in Albuquerque, Chairman of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus’ Social Security Task Force, Congressman Xavier Becerra (D-CA), held a Social Security town hall meeting -- a town hall meeting that Heather Wilson's constituents aren't getting out of her -- and... more...
May 22, 2005 YOUNG DEMS MAKE HISTORY IN HISTORIC RED RIVER New Mexico’s Young Democrats (YDs) elected new leadership at their biennial convention this weekend, choosing Daniela Glick as President – the first female to hold the top position in the history of the organization. more...
May 13, 2005 WERTHEIM TO WEH: HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! The always deferential Chairman of the Democratic Party of New Mexico John Wertheim is sending an anniversary card (attached) to his elder Republican counterpart, Allen Weh in recognition of their one-year walk down the campaign trail. Weh has failed to respond to Wertheim's challenge that he... more...
May 6, 2005 CHENEY THE CHESHIRE FAT CAT IN REP. WILSON’S WONDERLAND Category: Working Families
Vice President Dick Cheney is in town today to reward Rep. Heather Wilson’s flip-flopping with some big fat checks from his fat cat friends. At a $1,000 per plate luncheon, Cheney is playing the Cheshire cat* in Wilson’s Wonderland – a place where the real world’s worries are whisked away with... more...
Apr 19, 2005 WHERE DOES REP. WILSON STAND ON MEDICAID CUTS? Category: Health Care
Albuquerque Representative Heather Wilson believes that a letter written after a vote is more important than the vote she cast, and that it will distract attention from her flip-flop on drastic cuts to Medicaid. more...
Apr 7, 2005 ABQ CONGRESSWOMAN BA$TED IN OIL The Chairman of the Democratic Party of New Mexico, John Wertheim, is highlighting Heather Wilson’s lucrative relationship with the oil and gas industry as her prime motivation for neglecting the rising gas prices New Mexican’s are paying. more...
Mar 29, 2005 REP. WILSON BAITIN’-N-SWITCHIN’ Category: Seniors
Wilson Waffles as GOP Rep. Dodges Social Security Privatization Debacle more...
Mar 23, 2005 PEARCE’S PRIVATIZATION PLAN PERILOUS Category: Seniors
Republican Rep. Flip-Flop /Flails on Social Security more...
Mar 22, 2005 GOP SOCIAL IN-SECURITY PROPOSAL IS INSINCERE AND INSULTING Category: Seniors
President Bush brings his “stay perky” tour to Albuquerque on Tuesday, though more and more Americans, and even Congressional Republicans, oppose his plan to privatize Social Security. more...
Mar 21, 2005 NEW MEXICANS OPPOSE BUSH’S SOC. SEC. PRIVATIZATION PLAN Category: Seniors
A word to President Bush as he arrives in Albuquerque tonight: New Mexicans don’t believe the hype on Social Security and they aren’t scared to say it. more...
Mar 21, 2005 Democrats Launch Radio Ads that Highlight Bush's Risky Privitization Proposal Category: Seniors
DEMOCRATS TO LAUNCH RADIO ADS TO ‘WELCOME’ BUSH Holding REAL Social Security Talk, Wednesday more...
Mar 3, 2005 Rep. Heather Wilson Caught on Tape… Category: Seniors
Web Video Reveals Televised Promise on Social Security That May Haunt Heather Wilson more...
Jan 7, 2005 BUSH WASTING TAXPAYER’S MONEY FOR POLITICAL PROPAGANDA A January 7, 2005 USA Today article revealed that the Department of Education has paid political commentator/talk radio host Armstrong Williams $240,000 to promote Bush’s No Child Left Behind (NCLB) initiative on his program and to other African American commentators. During these efforts,... more...
Oct 17, 2004 HEATHER WILSON JUST MAKIN’ STUFF UP At the final First Congressional District debate, Heather Wilson maintained her pattern of deliberately misleading voters. During the televised debate on KOB-TV, Wilson made the fictitious claim that congressional Democrats have approached her about joining the Democratic Party, despite the fact... more...
Aug 9, 2004 McCAIN DIFFERS WITH ‘DUBYA’, DEFENDS KERRY On NBC’s Meet the Press yesterday, New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd said Senator John McCain (R-AZ) “may be campaigning with Bush next week, but his heart is with Kerry” more...
Aug 7, 2004 ACTUALLY, IT IS BUSH WHO “FLIP-FLOPS” Having no record to run on, Bush adopts Kerry’s plans as Republicans persist unsuccessfully to characterize John Kerry’s lifetime of service to country as inconsistent. The record shows: George W. Bush is the real flip-flopper. more...
Aug 2, 2004 NEW MEXICO DEMOCRATS RETURN FROM BOSTON The New Mexico delegation to the Democratic National Convention in Boston returns to their daily lives today, and prepares to make John Kerry the 44th President of the United States. The convention was an opportunity for our country to learn about John Kerry, his lifetime of answering the call... more...
Jul 13, 2004 KING CRITICIZES REPUBLICAN ABUSE OF TAXPAYER-FINANCED MAILINGS Gary King, candidate for New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional district, today criticized Rep. Steve Pearce and his Republican Party bosses in Congress for abusing congressional mailing privileges to benefit Pearce’s reelection campaign. more...
Jun 29, 2004 DEMOCRATIC PARTY CHAIRMAN RESPONDS TO WRITTEN GOP ATTACK Category: Crime and Justice
Today, Chairman of the Democratic Party of New Mexico John Wertheim responded to a letter he received from his Republican counterpart, Allen Weh -- a letter that cast numerous baseless aspersions and required a prompt reply. more...
May 29, 2004 GOP STATE CHAIR ADMITS WHITE HOUSE CRONY CAPITALISM The New Mexico Republican Party Chairman conceded in a television talk show that the White House was involved in crony capitalism, bestowing favors on special interests at taxpayer expense. He even waxed nostalgic for the days of Tammany Hall. more...
May 12, 2004 DEMOCRATS, NEW MEXICANS STRUGGLING WITH HIGH HEALTH CARE COSTS SHOWCASE BUSH HEALTH CARE FAILURES (Albuquerque) — Today, leaders of the Democratic Party of New Mexico and members of working families struggling with the high cost of health care, showcased George W. Bush’s failed record, and highlighted John Kerry’s plan to address rising health care costs and provide affordable, quality... more...
Apr 22, 2004 NEW MEXICANS RECOGNIZE EARTH DAY BY HIGHLIGHTING THE CONSEQUENCES OF BUSH’S ENVIRONMENTAL RECORD Bush's environmental record made Earth Day an unhappy one for many New Mexicans. more...
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