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News from May 2024

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Average VA IRRRL Loan amount in New Mexico declines from 2022 to 2023

By Enchantment State News | May 30, 2024

The average VA IRRRL Loan amount for New Mexico in 2023 was $298,790, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Average VA home loan amount in New Mexico increases in Q1

By Enchantment State News | May 29, 2024

The average VA home loan amount in New Mexico during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $325,707, a 1.2% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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New Mexico one of 20 states, plus D.C. and Puerto Rico, that bans copay accumulators

By Enchantment State News Service | May 28, 2024

New Mexico is one of twenty states, plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, that bans copay accumulators.

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Defense Credit Union Council to Sens. Heinrich, Lujan: Proposed credit card regs ‘will risk military financial readiness’

By Enchantment State News | May 28, 2024

An association representing U.S. military credit unions sent a letter to New Mexico’s U.S. Senators in opposition to proposed credit card regulations pending in the U.S. Senate.

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Rep Gabe Vasquez criticized for vote on immigrant voting rights

By Enchantment State News | May 27, 2024

On May 23, the U.S. House of Representatives voted on a bill aimed at prohibiting illegal immigrants from voting in Washington, D.C. While the bill passed, Representative Gabe Vasquez (District 2) voted against it.

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Governor commends officers and advisor recognized at law enforcement awards

By Enchantment State News | May 21, 2024

Members of the New Mexico State Police and a senior advisor with the Office of Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham were honored during the Excellence in Law Enforcement Awards hosted by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Mexico on Friday.

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Governor appoints Brad Keeler as Eleventh Judicial District Court Judge

By Enchantment State News | May 21, 2024

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Monday the appointment of Brad Keeler as an Eleventh Judicial District Court Judge.

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Man arrested for sharing child abuse material on BitTorrent network

By Enchantment State News | May 20, 2024

Following a months-long investigation involving undercover agents, the New Mexico Department of Justice’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Division has arrested Jonathan Anzures. The 36-year-old was found to be sharing torrents containing Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) on the BitTorrent Network. Anzures now faces charges of possession and distribution of CSAM featuring children under the age of 13, as per NMSA 1978, Sections 30-6A-3(A), (C).

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Governor Lujan Grisham to attend White House state dinner for Kenyan president

By Enchantment State News | May 20, 2024

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is set to attend a series of official events in New York City and Washington, D.C. this week. On Wednesday, she has been invited to participate in a panel discussion titled “Sustainable Investments for a Clean Energy Future” alongside Earth Day Co-Founder Steven Haft at the Smart City Expo USA in New York City.

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Report assesses redistricting impact on Native American communities post-2020 Census

By Enchantment State News | May 20, 2024

A new report has examined the impact of redistricting on Native American communities following the 2020 Census. The study highlights the challenges faced by these communities during a census conducted amidst a pandemic and in the wake of the Supreme Court's Shelby County ruling that significantly weakened the protections of the Voting Rights Act.

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New Mexico ranked 30th in average VA home loan amount in Q1

By Enchantment State News | May 17, 2024

With $325,707 in home loans issued, New Mexico ranked 30th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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New Mexico ranks 31st in total VA home loans during Q1

By Enchantment State News | May 17, 2024

New Mexico ranked 31st in VA home loans in the first quarter of 2024 with 825 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Governor comments on incident at Farmington High School graduation

By Enchantment State News | May 17, 2024

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico issued a statement on Friday in response to an incident that occurred during the Farmington High School graduation ceremony.

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VA issues fewer Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New Mexico in Q1 2024 vs. Q4 2023

By Enchantment State News | May 16, 2024

The VA issued eight Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New Mexico during the first quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 18 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA provides 9.6% fewer home purchase loans in New Mexico in Q1

By Enchantment State News | May 16, 2024

There were 672 VA home purchases in New Mexico in the first quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $223 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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New Mexico receives $3.1 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q1

By Enchantment State News | May 16, 2024

The VA issued eight Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New Mexico during the first quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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New Mexico Attorney General proposes legislative priorities for special session

By Enchantment State News | May 16, 2024

Attorney General Raúl Torrez, in collaboration with key community stakeholders, has proposed a set of legislative priorities to be considered by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham at the upcoming special session. The initiatives are designed to enhance law enforcement capabilities, clarify Geographical Positioning System (GPS) Data and protect crime victims’ rights throughout New Mexico.

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VA provides 825 home loans in New Mexico totaling $268.7 million in Q1

By Enchantment State News | May 15, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 825 home loans totaling $268.7 million in New Mexico during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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VA provides 672 home purchase loans in New Mexico in Q1

By Enchantment State News | May 15, 2024

There were 672 VA home purchase loans issued in New Mexico in the first quarter of the fiscal year 2024 totaling $223 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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New Mexico AG sues Second Judicial District Court over IPRA violations

By Enchantment State News | May 15, 2024

Attorney General Raúl Torrez has filed a lawsuit against the Second Judicial District Court (SJDC) in New Mexico, alleging violations of the Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA). The lawsuit stems from the court's refusal to release crucial public records requested by journalists. These records are considered essential for assessing the effectiveness of court-ordered location monitoring of criminal defendants.