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News from January 2025

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Governor awards $40M+ for rural healthcare expansion across New Mexico

By Enchantment State News | Jan 28, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced that 26 rural health care providers in New Mexico will receive a total of $40.6 million from the Rural Health Care Delivery Fund.

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Governor Lujan Grisham outlines priorities as legislative session begins

By Enchantment State News | Jan 27, 2025

As New Mexico's legislative session begins, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham reflects on her six-year tenure and outlines her priorities for the remaining two years.

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Annual report highlights state achievements in 2024

By Enchantment State News | Jan 23, 2025

The State of the States (SOS) has released its annual report for the year 2024, providing an overview of significant events and developments throughout the year.

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Two New Mexicans receive prestigious youth leadership award

By Enchantment State News | Jan 23, 2025

Earlier this month, New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver awarded the 2024 John Lewis Youth Leadership Award to two young leaders from New Mexico.

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Governor appoints new director for homeless initiatives

By Enchantment State News | Jan 23, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Taylor Michelle Cook as the director of homeless initiatives in New Mexico.

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NFIB urges New Mexico lawmakers to oppose costly mandates

By Enchantment State News | Jan 21, 2025

With the New Mexico Legislature beginning its session, NFIB State Director Jason Espinoza has called on lawmakers to reject proposals that could complicate operations for small businesses in the state.

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Governor appoints Crystal Lees as Second Judicial District Court judge

By Enchantment State News | Jan 16, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Crystal Lees as a judge for the Second Judicial District Court, following the retirement of Judge Debra Ramirez.

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Northwest Naturals recalls cat food over avian influenza concerns

By Enchantment State News | Jan 15, 2025

Northwest Naturals has announced a voluntary recall of specific two-pound packages of Feline Turkey Recipe Raw Frozen pet food.

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Governor honors late NAACP leader Dr. Harold Bailey's contributions

By Enchantment State News | Jan 15, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed her condolences following the death of Dr. Harold Bailey, a leader in the NAACP. Dr. Bailey played a significant role in endorsing the Elizabeth Whitefield End of Life Option Act through the Albuquerque NAACP...

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Webinars scheduled for Healthy Soil Program grant applicants

By Enchantment State News | Jan 15, 2025

The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) is currently accepting applications for its Healthy Soil Program grants.

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New Mexico Legislature session anticipates key business cost discussions

By Enchantment State News | Jan 15, 2025

The New Mexico Legislature is set to begin its session on January 21, 2025.

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Small business optimism hits six-year high amid improved economic outlook

By Enchantment State News | Jan 14, 2025

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index increased by 3.4 points in December, reaching 105.1, marking the highest level since October 2018.

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Governor Lujan Grisham mourns passing of former Rep. Eliseo Lee Alcon

By Enchantment State News | Jan 14, 2025

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has issued a statement following the death of former Representative Eliseo Lee Alcon.

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2023: New Mexico ranks 33rd nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $4,120,000

By Enchantment State News | Jan 9, 2025

In 2023, New Mexico received $4,120,000 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 33rd nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).

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New Mexico Governor supports court ruling on abortion restrictions

By Enchantment State News | Jan 9, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has expressed approval following a decision by the New Mexico Supreme Court, which unanimously invalidated abortion restrictions imposed by certain conservative local governments.

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New Mexico sees less property tax revenue in Q3 2024

By Enchantment State News | Jan 7, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $3 million in property tax revenue for New Mexico, a 95.1% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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Governor addresses WNMU Board resignations after controversial severance package

By Enchantment State News | Jan 7, 2025

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has addressed the recent resignations of the Western New Mexico University (WNMU) Board of Regents.

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New Mexico sees less individual income tax revenue in Q3 2024

By Enchantment State News | Jan 6, 2025

The third quarter of 2024 brought in $709 million in individual income tax revenue for New Mexico, a 22.5% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.

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

By Enchantment State News | Jan 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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Governor nominates new regents across multiple NM universities

By Enchantment State News | Jan 3, 2025

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced the nomination of 11 individuals to serve as regents for eight higher education institutions in New Mexico.