Upper basin governors issue statement on Colorado River Basin negotiations
SANTA FE – Today, Governors Michelle Lujan Grisham, Jared Polis, Mark Gordon and Spencer Cox released a statement on the ongoing Colorado River negotiations.
Senate passes Universal Child Care bill - Historic investment in New Mexico families now goes to the House
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Senate voted Thursday to pass legislation establishing universal child care while protecting the program’s accessibility for working families across the state.
Todd A. Coberly appointed to First Judicial District Court
SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today the appointment of Todd A. Coberly to the First Judicial District Court. Coberly will assume the bench on April 11, 2026, filling the vacancy created by the retirement of the Honorable Shanno...
Governor appoints Patricia S. Kimble to Doña Ana County Board of Commissioners
SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the appointment of Patricia S. (Susie) Kimble to the Doña Ana County Board of Commissioners, District 3.
House passes bill to crack down on violent armed felons - HB 49 increases prison time for repeat offenders illegally possessing guns
SANTA FE – The New Mexico House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly Tuesday to strengthen penalties for convicted violent felons who possess firearms illegally, sending House Bill 49 to the Senate in a bipartisan show of support for public safety...
Three public safety bills pass New Mexico House - Bills address mental health intervention, support for police and families
SANTA FE – The New Mexico House of Representatives on Monday passed Senate Bill 3, House Bill 43 and House Bill 61 to improve mental health crisis intervention, correct sentencing disparities for assaults on law enforcement officers and strengthen be...
Transportation Secretary Ricky Serna announces resignation
SANTA FE – New Mexico Department of Transportation Secretary Ricky Serna will resign his position effective February 20 after three-and-a-half years in the role.
Senate approves $92 million for state fairgrounds project - Funding would support parks, infrastructure improvements
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Senate today approved Senate Bill 48, which would authorize $92 million in bonds for the State Fairgrounds project and advance the next phase of redevelopment in Albuquerque’s International District.
Governor signs infrastructure, medical compact bills at mid-session - Bipartisan bills address health care access and invest in roads statewide
SANTA FE — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today signed four bills that will strengthen New Mexico’s infrastructure, expand the state’s health care workforce and address concerns about immigrant detention, marking significant progress as the legislat...
Bill to strengthen burglary prosecutions clears Senate - Senate Bill 100 would close legal loophole
SANTA FE – A bill that updates New Mexico’s burglary laws to give prosecutors clearer tools for holding criminals accountable passed the Senate today with bipartisan support.