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News from February 2025

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New Mexico: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 4.2% of income in 2022

By Enchantment State News | Feb 28, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 4.2% of income in New Mexico, providing an average of $2,172 per capita to residents.

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Governor appoints two judges to New Mexico courts

By Enchantment State News | Feb 28, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced the appointment of two new judges to New Mexico's judicial system.

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New Mexico celebrates Weights and Measures Week from March 1-7

By Enchantment State News | Feb 28, 2025

The New Mexico Department of Agriculture's Standards & Consumer Services Division, along with the State Metrology Lab at NMDA, has announced the observance of Weights and Measures Week.

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Bird flu detected in backyard flock in Bernalillo County

By Enchantment State News | Feb 28, 2025

The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), or "bird flu," in a non-commercial backyard poultry flock located in Bernalillo County, New Mexico.

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Governor signs public safety and behavioral health bills in New Mexico

By Enchantment State News | Feb 27, 2025

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed several significant bills aimed at enhancing public safety and behavioral health services in New Mexico.

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Governor appoints Martha Garcia for New Mexico's House District 6

By Enchantment State News | Feb 26, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Martha Garcia to fill the vacant seat in House District 6.

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New Mexico partners with BorderPlex for $5 billion digital campus creating 1,000 jobs

By Enchantment State News | Feb 25, 2025

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced a partnership with BorderPlex Digital Assets, LLC, aimed at enhancing New Mexico's digital infrastructure.

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New Mexico sees 7 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Utilities industry during 2024

By Enchantment State News | Feb 24, 2025

Employers classified under the Utilities industry based in New Mexico submitted seven H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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New Mexico governor announces aid for laid-off federal workers

By Enchantment State News | Feb 24, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced new support initiatives for individuals in New Mexico who have recently lost federal employment.

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New Mexico committee reviews revised strategic water supply bill

By Enchantment State News | Feb 21, 2025

The House Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee in New Mexico is set to review a revised bill aimed at establishing a Strategic Water Supply program.

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NFIB opposes new paid family leave mandate in New Mexico

By Enchantment State News | Feb 18, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has voiced its opposition to House Bill 11, which proposes a state-run Paid Family Medical Leave Mandate in New Mexico.

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122 H-1B petitions filed by Health Care and Social Assistance employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry in New Mexico in 2024

By Enchantment State News | Feb 17, 2025

In 2024, 122 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry located in New Mexico, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Omnibus crime package progresses through New Mexico's legislative process

By Enchantment State News | Feb 17, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed her support after House Bill 8, a public safety omnibus package, passed the House floor with a 48-20 vote.

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New Mexico warns residents about unsolicited foreign seed packages

By Enchantment State News | Feb 14, 2025

The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) has issued a warning to residents regarding unsolicited packages containing foreign seeds arriving in New Mexico and Texas.

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House Judiciary Committee advances bill enhancing penalties for assaulting police officers

By Enchantment State News | Feb 13, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed support after the House Judiciary Committee unanimously passed House Bill 103, which aims to enhance penalties for battery on peace officers.

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Small businesses optimistic despite rising uncertainty according to NFIB survey

By Enchantment State News | Feb 11, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index saw a decline of 2.3 points in January, reaching 102.8.

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New Mexico advances strategic water supply bill in legislative process

By Enchantment State News | Feb 11, 2025

A bill aimed at establishing a Strategic Water Supply for New Mexico has passed its first legislative committee.

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Analysis: New Mexico among 25 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports

By Enchantment State News | Feb 6, 2025

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

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Operation Disruption: Suspected human trafficker arrested in Albuquerque

By Enchantment State News | Feb 6, 2025

A woman suspected of leading a significant human trafficking operation in Albuquerque has been arrested, marking an important step in combating organized crime in New Mexico.

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Small businesses struggle with job vacancies despite economic optimism

By Enchantment State News | Feb 6, 2025

NFIB's January jobs report reveals that 35% of small business owners reported unfilled job openings, a figure unchanged from December.