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SANTA FE, N.M. — Senator Crystal Diamond Brantley (R-District 35) is calling for an expanded and strengthened audit of New Mexico's SNAP program after a KRQE News 13 investigation revealed that SNAP EBT cards were traded for fentanyl in Sierra County.

The investigation uncovered text messages showing a local man offering $500–$700 in SNAP benefits in exchange for fentanyl pills. Sierra County Sheriff Josh Baker—who represents the same communities Brantley serves—led the case that ultimately connected the fraudulent SNAP exchange to the overdose death of a 26-year-old father. Deputies were able to confirm EBT transactions on store surveillance video, leading to multiple charges.

Program addresses gap in accessibility of business resources in New Mexico 

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) is now accepting applications for Capital Connect, a new bilingual program designed to help small businesses overcome barriers to accessing capital. 

The new program, led by EDD's Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office (JEDI), is part of the State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Technical Assistance Program, funded by the U.S. Department of the Treasury. The program is delivered in collaboration with Revby, a national consulting firm specializing in small business growth and capital readiness. 

Escondida Lake: Giovanni caught a bass using a curly tail jig on Nov. 10.

SOUTHWEST FISHING REPORT

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) released the following statement after final passage of a funding bill that fails to extend the Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium tax credits that hold down health care costs for New Mexico families:

"Let's be clear: this deal means New Mexicans will pay more for their health care. Donald Trump and Republicans could have protected families from massive premium hikes — but they chose not to, over and over again.

SANTA FE – Acting Governor Howie Morales today signed House Bill 1, providing up to $20 million per week to ensure New Mexicans continue receiving food assistance amid ongoing federal uncertainty over SNAP benefits under President Donald Trump's watch. 

"The Trump administration's chaotic approach to SNAP funding during the shutdown demonstrates exactly why this special session was important," Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said. "We told New Mexicans we would stand up for them, and that's exactly what we've done. New Mexicans won't go hungry while Republicans in Washington, D.C. manufacture crisis after crisis." 

Santa Fe, NM – This Veterans Day (November 11), and as we conclude National Family Caregivers Month, the New Mexico State Treasurer's

 Office is highlighting critical upcoming changes that will significantly expand access to financial security for veterans and other Americans with disabilities. 

The New Mexico State Treasurer's Office worked with Representative Elizabeth "Liz" Thomson to draft legislation that would align state law with the federal Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Age

State prepared to provide food benefits to New Mexicans, as the Trump administration attempts to block federal SNAP funding

Santa Fe, N.M. – Today, New Mexico state lawmakers returned to the Roundhouse for another special session to protect critical services for New Mexico families, as the federal government continues to fight their obligation to provide funding for critical food assistance through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). 

In an efficient three-hour session, the legislature allocated $162 million from the New Mexico Health Care Authority to allow the state to provide emergency food benefits to New Mexicans in need, if the federal government continues to withhold funding for SNAP.