New Mexico
Lawmakers in One State Hope to Create a New Broadband Office
About a quarter of New Mexico students don't have home internet access. Legislators are proposing to create a division in the state's IT department to help address this and other digital equity issues.
12 Million People to Lose Unemployment Benefits This Month When Federal Programs Expire
Federal safety net programs that have provided additional unemployment benefits for workers who lost their jobs during the coronavirus pandemic are set to end.
New Mexico, Oregon, Michigan and Washington State Issue New Shutdown Orders
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Former City Council Candidate Arrested in Shooting at Albuquerque Statue Protest
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Medicaid Providers At The End Of The Line For Federal COVID Funding
State Medicaid directors say that without immediate funding, many of the health facilities that serve Medicaid patients could close permanently.
New Democratic Majorities Lead to Rush of Bills—and Conflict
With new trifectas, Democratic leaders in six states had the opportunity to push through many new laws. But there were also clashes, both internally and with Republicans.
The Pros and Cons of 'Banning the Box'
New Mexico became the 12th state to prohibit private employers from asking about criminal records on job applications, a practice designed to reduce recidivism by helping ex-offenders gain employment.
Instead of a Border Wall, Why Not a ‘Clean Energy Corridor’?
Building solar panels and wind turbines along the U.S.-Mexico border, say scientists, could unite demands for a Green New Deal and stronger border security.
Congress Could Could Move Quickly on Drought Contingency Plan for Colorado River
Seven states submitted their agreements on March 19 with water officials asking for action before the end of April.
New Mexico Boosts Cap for Medical Marijuana Growers
The increase is temporary as state officials determine a permanent cap that will keep pace with growing patient enrollment.
Bill in New Mexico Aims to Stymie Trump’s Border Wall Construction
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