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Democratic Senators Warn Americans to Be on Alert Against Efforts to Undermine Public Confidence in Election Results
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Senate Rules Committee Chair Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), and U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), and Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) released a report summarizing for the American people what to expect on Election Day and encouraging voters to cast their ballot.
New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Businesses Making Waves
Series highlights 17 businesses shaping the future of outdoor recreation in the state
SANTA FE, N.M. – The New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Division (ORD) is publishing a dynamic new editorial project celebrating the vibrant outdoor recreation landscape across the state. New Mexico Outdoor Ventures, features captivating stories of 17 outdoor businesses, highlighting their unique contributions to New Mexico.
The New Mexico Outdoor Ventures collaboration is designed to elevate the voices and experiences of New Mexico's diverse outdoor recreation community with authentic storytelling.
"The outdoor recreation industry is increasing economic prosperity while improving the health and wellness of New Mexicans," New Mexico Economic Development Department Cabinet Secretary-Designate Rob Black said. "We are excited to celebrate and support our hardworking and resilient entrepreneurs in the outdoor industry."
From outfitters and guides to gear makers and adventure hosts, the featured businesses span the state, representing a broad range within the outdoor industry. Through a compelling mix of photography and narrative, New Mexico Outdoor Ventures encourages residents and visitors to discover new ways to engage with New Mexico's outdoors and support the outdoor recreation economy.
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish in cooperation with Dustin Berg of www.gounlimited.org (“supporting disabled anglers”), has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after the report is compiled may differ, as stream, lake and weather conditions alter fish and angler activities.
SANTA FE — New Mexico motorists have a new way to help support wildlife research, habitat enhancement, education and rehabilitation projects, as the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish’s Share with Wildlife Program and the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division have released a Gila monster-themed license plate for purchase.
Arizona Game and Fish Department
Mexican Wolf Recovery Program Update
Third Quarter 2024 (July, August, September)
The following is a summary of Mexican Wolf Recovery Program activities in the Mexican Wolf Experimental Population Area (MWEPA) in Arizona, including the Fort Apache Indian Reservation (FAIR), San Carlos Apache Reservation (SCAR), and New Mexico. Additional Program information can be obtained by calling (928) 339-4329 or toll free at (888) 459-9653, or by visiting the Arizona Game and Fish Department website atwww.azgfd.gov/wolf or the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service website at fws.gov/southwest/es/mexicanwolf. For information on the FAIR, call (928) 338-4385 ext. 226 or visit wmatoutdoor.org. Past updates may be viewed at these websites. Interested parties may sign up to receive this update electronically by visiting azgfd.gov and scrolling down to the "Subscribe" tab near the bottom of the webpage. This update is a public document and information in it can be used for any purpose.
Starting as early as October 24
ALBUQUERQUE, NM – October 21, 2024 – Pending favorable conditions, fire managers on the Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands (NF & NGs) may implement the previously announced Capilla prescribed fire (RX) on the Mountainair Ranger District as early as Thursday, October 24, 2024.
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed an emergency declaration for Chaves County on Monday that unlocks $1 million in state funding to bolster flooding relief efforts in and around Roswell.
First responders have rescued more than 300 people since the torrential flooding began in Chaves County on Oct. 19. The governor traveled to Roswell on Monday morning and will receive status updates from state and local officials throughout the day.
SANTA FE – A judicial decision on the limitations of underinsured motorist insurance coverage in New Mexico applies retroactively, the state Supreme Court ruled today.
The Court unanimously declared that its published opinion in the case Crutcher v. Liberty Mutual Insurance Co. applies to policies that were sold before the Court's 2022 ruling. In New Mexico, there is a presumption that judicial rulings in civil cases generally apply retroactively.
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