Non-Local News Releases
This category will feature news releases from out-of-area government agencies and representatives, as well as events that are not taking place in the four-county area of Grant, Catron, Hidalgo or Luna. For local events please visit Local News Releases.
$11.2 Million in FY24 Funding for 20 N.M. Local Projects in Final Agriculture Appropriations Bill
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 11 March 2024 11 March 2024
Heinrich Successfully Secures Full Funding for WIC, Delivers $11.2 Million in FY24 Funding for 20 N.M. Local Projects in Final Agriculture Appropriations Bill
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Chairman of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, announced that the Agriculture Appropriations bill he authored and led bipartisan negotiations has been signed into law by President Biden.
I-10 to have overnight driving right lane closures this week mileposts 127-129
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 11 March 2024 11 March 2024
ROAD ADVISORY:
LANE CLOSURE - mile marker 127 to 129, west of Las Cruces
The New Mexico Department of Transportation District One office will have overnight lane closures in place on I-10 from milepost 129 to 127 (Corralitos) in the driving right lane due to road maintenance, barrier wall will be place. This closure will be in place Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. being completed by Thursday, March 14, 2024.
$42 Million For NM Service Members, Veterans, & Military Installations
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 09 March 2024 09 March 2024
Heinrich Secures $42 Million For New Mexico’s Service Members, Veterans, & Military Installations
WASHINGTON – Today, Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and former Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies, announced he has secured $42,210,000 in investments for New Mexico’s service members, veterans, and military installations with the Senate’s passage of the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Fiscal bill.
This legislation was passed alongside five other bipartisan appropriations bills, including the Agriculture bill; the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development bill; the Commerce, Justice, and Science bill; the Interior and Environment bill; and the Energy and Water Development bill. The bills now head to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law.
Heinrich Delivers $114 Million in Funding for 82 N.M. Local Projects
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 09 March 2024 09 March 2024
Heinrich Delivers $114 Million in Funding for 82 N.M. Local Projects in Final FY24 Appropriations Bills
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Chairman of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies, announced he has secured $114 million in investments for 82 local projects across New Mexico with the Senate’s passage of six appropriations bills to fund the federal government. The bills now head to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law.
“As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I have the opportunity to directly advocate for federal resources that deliver for working families in New Mexico — and that’s exactly what this legislation does,” said Heinrich.
Senator William “Bill” Burt to Retire after 14 Years NM Senate
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 08 March 2024 08 March 2024
SANTA FE – Senator William “Bill” Burt (R-Alamogordo) today announced his retirement from the New Mexico Senate after 14 years of dedicated public service. Senator Burt will complete the remainder of his term through the end of 2024.
“After prayerful consideration and discussions with my family, I have made the difficult decision to retire from the New Mexico Senate at the end of this year,” said Senator Burt. “Representing the people of Otero, Chaves, and Lincoln counties has been the privilege of a lifetime, and I will always cherish the confidence and support of the voters in Senate District 33. I look forward to completing my term and supporting the next wave of leaders who will serve our communities and state well.”
Senator Steven McCutcheon II responds to State Land Office’s Halting of Leases
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 08 March 2024 08 March 2024
Senator Steven McCutcheon II responds to State Land Office’s Halting of Leases for Prime Land Tracts
CARLSBAD—In response to the Legislature’s rejection of an royalty rate increase on oil and gas, the New Mexico State Land Office (NMSLO) has halted the sale of leases for prime land tracts. For years, the NMSLO has sought legislative approval for an increase in the rate from 20 percent to 25 percent, and according to media reports, the NMSLO will now withhold prime land tract leases until the increase is approved.
Senator Steven McCutcheon II (R-Carlsbad) issued the following statement criticizing the decision:
Traffic Report for the week of March 10 to 17, 2024
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 08 March 2024 08 March 2024
In all construction zones, motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, as well as continue to be cautious of heavy equipment and construction personnel in the area. PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones may be in effect.
White Sands Missile Range Notification
For information regarding closures, you may call WSMR at 678-1178 or 678-2222 for updates.
Interstates:
NMSU climate change speaker series hosts discussion of oil and gas pollution in New Mexico
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 08 March 2024 08 March 2024
For years, Tim Davis advocated for the people of New Mexico on a variety of public interest legal issues including workers’ rights, public benefits and utility law. Today, he advocates for the protection and restoration of wildlife and the health of the American West as a staff attorney on the legal team at WildEarth Guardians, a non-profit environment organization. Davis focuses on litigation for the Climate and Energy Program and champions clean energy sources.
Davis will lead a panel discussion titled “The Pollution Control Clause of the NM Constitution: State Accountability for Oil and Gas Pollution Crisis in New Mexico” as part of the “Cambios Climate Change Speaker Series” at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 26 at the Rio Grande Theatre. The presentation is free and open to the public.