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News from September 2024

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Maggie Toulouse Oliver addresses U.S. House on 2024 election preparations

By Enchantment State News | Sep 11, 2024

New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver appeared before the U.S. House of Representatives' Committee on House Administration, discussing election confidence and preparations for the upcoming 2024 General Election. The hearing, titled "American Confidence in Elections: Looking Ahead to the 2024 General Election," addressed declining public trust in election processes.

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New Mexico ranks 33rd in total VA home loans during Q2

By Enchantment State News | Sep 10, 2024

New Mexico ranked 33rd in the nation in VA home loans in the second quarter of 2024, with 886 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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New Mexico DOJ arrests Perry Pool for possession of child sexual abuse materials

By Enchantment State News | Sep 10, 2024

Special Agents from the New Mexico Department of Justice’s (NMDOJ) Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) unit have arrested and charged Perry Pool with possession of sexual exploitation of children under the age of 13.

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Governor appoints Mariana Padilla as secretary of Public Education Department

By Enchantment State News | Sep 10, 2024

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced the appointment of Mariana Padilla as Cabinet Secretary for the New Mexico Public Education Department.

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Governor announces $46 million for rural healthcare providers in New Mexico

By Enchantment State News | Sep 9, 2024

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that $46 million is available for rural health care providers in New Mexico through the Rural Health Care Delivery Fund (RHCDF) to support vital services in underserved areas.

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Governor Lujan Grisham calls for public safety reforms after police-involved shooting

By Enchantment State News | Sep 9, 2024

Today, police defused a dangerous situation during a confrontation with a suspected criminal in downtown Santa Fe.

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Residents encouraged to provide feedback on proposed zoning code updates

By Enchantment State News | Sep 8, 2024

Residents are being urged to voice their opinions on the latest zoning code updates, which propose allowing retail stores and large apartment complexes in all neighborhoods. The presentation below provides more information on the new zoning revision and instructions on how to submit a comment.

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New Mexico ranked 34th in average VA home loan amount in Q2

By Enchantment State News | Sep 7, 2024

With $321,433 in home loans issued, New Mexico ranked 34th in average loan amount for VA home loans in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Analysis: New Mexico one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Enchantment State News | Sep 6, 2024

An analysis by Enchantment State News shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” New Mexico is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls' high school sports.

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1,700+ migrants arrested in Yuma sector in August

By Enchantment State News | Sep 6, 2024

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents in the Yuma sector arrested more than 1,700 migrants in August, according to a Sept. 5 post on X from Chief Patrol Agent Sean L. McGoffin.

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Governor appoints new secretary for Department of Information Technology

By Enchantment State News | Sep 6, 2024

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Manny Barreras as Cabinet Secretary of the Department of Information Technology (DoIT). With over 26 years of professional experience in sales and business development, including 22 years dedicated to technical sales, marketing management, and public relations, Barreras brings a wealth of expertise to the role.

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Governor breaks ground on new reproductive health clinic in Doña Ana County

By Enchantment State News | Sep 5, 2024

LAS CRUCES – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined state and local leaders to break ground on a new reproductive health clinic in Doña Ana County in southern New Mexico, reaffirming her administration’s commitment to protecting and expanding access to essential healthcare services, including abortion.

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Governor honors life of Flamenco icon María Benítez

By Enchantment State News | Sep 5, 2024

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today issued a statement on the passing of María Benítez, a renowned flamenco dancer and cultural ambassador for New Mexico.

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Governor appoints Rob Black as Secretary of Economic Development

By Enchantment State News | Sep 5, 2024

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Rob Black as the new Cabinet Secretary of the Economic Development Department, effective September 16. Black, a seasoned public policy and community relations expert, brings over 25 years of experience in both the private and public sectors.

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Number of VA loans issued in New Mexico increased by 1.5% from Q2 2023 to Q2 2024

By Enchantment State News | Sep 4, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 886 home loans in New Mexico, totaling $284.8 million, during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Governor Lujan Grisham announces new workforce housing development program

By Enchantment State News | Sep 4, 2024

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced the launch of a new state-funded workforce housing development program.

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Agreement reached for Los Alamos lab's radioactive waste cleanup

By Enchantment State News | Sep 4, 2024

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s administration and the U.S. Department of Energy have executed a Settlement Agreement to clean up legacy radioactive wastes at Los Alamos National Laboratory, marking a significant moment in addressing the federal government's responsibility for toxic waste left from nuclear weapons testing in New Mexico.

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VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New Mexico in Q2 vs. Q1 2024

By Enchantment State News | Sep 3, 2024

The VA issued 133 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in New Mexico during the second quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to eight loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Multi-agency effort rescues 91 from human traffickers

By Enchantment State News | Sep 3, 2024

SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, alongside key members of the Governor’s Organized Crime Commission (OCC) and law enforcement leadership, unveiled the results of “Operation Disruption,” a coordinated effort to combat human trafficking and organized crime in southern New Mexico.