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{{/_source.additionalInfo}}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.
New tax law provisions open solar tax credit to more New Mexicans
EMRD is revising program rules before accepting new applications
SANTA FE, NM – Now that Governor Lujan Grisham has signed omnibus tax package for 2024 into law, the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) is preparing to accept a new wave of applications for its Solar Market Development Tax Credit Program.
The 2024 tax omnibus, House Bill 252, contains provisions that make the existing solar tax credit available to more New Mexicans. Those provisions include:
Each year, the University Art Museum at New Mexico State University receives 60 to 80 submissions from both art majors and non-majors for its annual Juried Student Show. An outside juror, chosen by the museum staff, then selects works to be included in the show.
This year's juror, El Paso-born artist Celia Ãlvarez Muñoz, selected 32 works from 28 different NMSU students for the 2024 Juried Student Show. Ãlvarez Muñoz' recent UAM exhibition titled "Celia Ãlvarez Muñoz: Breaking the Binding" included more than 35 artworks spanning a 40-year career.
Heinrich Leads Introduction of Bipartisan Legislation to Accelerate Adoption of Geothermal EnergyÂ
The Geothermal Energy Optimization Act would speed up adoption and development of geothermal energy, lower costs for Americans, and create more pathways to high-quality jobs Â
WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), along with U.S. Senators James Risch, (R-Idaho), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), and Mike Lee (R-Utah), all members of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, introduced the Geothermal Energy Optimization (GEO) Act to accelerate the adoption of geothermal energy nationwide.Â
New Mexico State University's College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences will host its fifth annual ACES Open House from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 6, on the Las Cruces campus.
Community members of all ages are invited to the free, family friendly event to explore several buildings, labs and auxiliary units on NMSU's agricultural complex and learn about the various academic, research and outreach programs in the College of ACES.
SANTA FE – The state Supreme Court today reversed the reckless child abuse convictions of a mother and daughter who provided daycare in Portales and left two children unattended in a hot car in July 2017. One girl died and another survived her injuries.
The Court ordered a new trial for Sandi and Mary Taylor.
In a split decision, the Court concluded that instructions to the jury about the conduct necessary for the defendants to have committed reckless child abuse "confused and misdirected the jury and allowed it to make a finding of guilt on a legally inadequate basis."
Heinrich Announces More Than $1.5 Billion Delivered for N.M. Military Installations During Tenure in CongressÂ
WASHINGTON - Following the President's signature of the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Fiscal, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) announced that he has now secured more than $1.5 billion for New Mexico's military installations during his tenure in Congress.Â
"Delivering for our service members and cementing New Mexico's role as a leader in national security is a responsibility I take very seriously. Through my service on the House and Senate Armed Services Committees and the Senate Appropriations Committee, I have made advancing our defense capabilities a top priority," said Heinrich. "Today, I'm proud to announce that I have secured more than $1.5 billion during my time in Congress to invest in New Mexico's military installations, strengthening New Mexico's economy and our defense assets for decades to come."Â
New Mexico Film Office Announces Feature Film "Eddington" Filming in New Mexico
Santa Fe, NM -Â New Mexico Film Office Director Amber Dodson announced today that the feature film, "Eddington," will begin filming this month in and around Albuquerque, Santa Fe County, and Truth or Consequences.
"Our film incentive programs were designed to bring big-name projects to our incredible rural communities," Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said. "This means jobs for locals, a boost for small businesses, and a chance to showcase New Mexico's breathtaking landscapes to the world."
Santa Fe, NM – Today, New Mexico State Parks, a division of the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department announced the postponement of the public hearing on its fees scheduled for April 1, 2024. This decision allows additional time to review and consider over 800 public comments and feedback received regarding fee increases. The new date for the public hearing will be announced in the near future.
"We traveled statewide to engage with our valued customers and understand their viewpoints," said State Parks Division Director Toby Velasquez. "With over 800 public comments in hand, it's clear that there's a consensus for enhancing our fee structure. These insights will greatly enrich our revision process."
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