A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the De Baca County NM Clerk & Election Division on February 5, 2025, by Enchantment State News. The media organization is known for its commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The request sought information about all candidates running in the upcoming election under the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act, 14-2-1 NMSA 1978 et seq. Specifically, Enchantment State News requested a list of candidate names including their first, middle, and last names.
Additionally, the organization asked for details about the office each candidate is running for and its jurisdiction. The party affiliation of each candidate was also requested.
Beyond this basic information about the candidates and their respective campaigns, Enchantment State News also requested contact information for each candidate. This includes their address, phone number, and email address.
As a media organization committed to holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public, Enchantment State News believes it plays an essential role in disseminating information. Given this role, they have stated that they are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional under FOIA regulations.
Enchantment State News remains open to any questions or clarifications needed regarding this request from the De Baca County NM Clerk & Election Division.
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