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New Mexico House Passes Universal Child Care Bill, Sends SB 241 Back to Senate
The New Mexico House passed SB 241 establishing a universal child care program for 60,000 children, funded by up to $700 million from a state trust fund. The measure now heads back to the Senate.
New Mexico Offers $1M Grants to Boost Clean Energy Innovation
Small businesses developing clean energy technologies in New Mexico have until March 17 to apply for state grants of up to $1 million under the Advanced Energy Award.
New Mexico Senate Passes SB 23 Banning Student Cellphone Use: What Parents Need to Know
SANTA FE, New Mexico — The New Mexico Senate...
Ben Ray Luján to Face No GOP Challenger in Rare New Mexico Senate Race
In a historic shift for New Mexico politics, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján is set to seek reelection without a Republican challenger on the ballot. Following the disqualification of GOP hopeful Christopher Vanden Heuvel, the path to the general election has narrowed to a single-party contest.
New Mexico Lawmakers Push Final Tax Incentive Package to Anchor Fusion and Quantum Industries
As the 30-day session nears its end, New Mexico is doubling down on "technologies of the future." From HB 154 to $600 million for quantum initiatives, discover how the state plans to turn federal research leadership into a commercial powerhouse.
New Mexico Offers $1M Grants to Boost Clean Energy Innovation
Small businesses developing clean energy technologies in New Mexico have until March 17 to apply for state grants of up to $1 million under the Advanced Energy Award.
New Mexico Lawmakers Push Final Tax Incentive Package to Anchor Fusion and Quantum Industries
As the 30-day session nears its end, New Mexico is doubling down on "technologies of the future." From HB 154 to $600 million for quantum initiatives, discover how the state plans to turn federal research leadership into a commercial powerhouse.
Blue Pony Energy to Build $1.6B Low-Carbon Fuels Plant in New Mexico
Blue Pony Energy is investing $1.6 billion to build a low-carbon fuels facility in Lovington, New Mexico, creating jobs and supporting the state’s clean energy goals. The project highlights how New Mexico is balancing economic growth with its push to cut emissions and reach net-zero by 2050.
ViscoTec Expands in North America With Acquisition of Mexican Partner
German dosing technology company ViscoTec has expanded its North American footprint after acquiring its long-time Mexican sales partner, MEI Representaciones, officially establishing ViscoTec Mexico to serve key manufacturing industries more directly.
New Mexico Students Tackle Climate Disasters in Governor’s STEM Challenge
More than 300 high school students from 33 schools across New Mexico are competing in the seventh annual Governor’s STEM Challenge, developing science- and technology-based solutions to help communities prepare for and recover from climate-related disasters.
New Mexico House Passes Universal Child Care Bill, Sends SB 241 Back to Senate
The New Mexico House passed SB 241 establishing a universal child care program for 60,000 children, funded by up to $700 million from a state trust fund. The measure now heads back to the Senate.
UNM Women’s Ice Hockey Club Opens Opportunities for Female Hockey Players
The University of New Mexico’s (UNM) Women’s Ice Hockey Club is making history as the state’s first collegiate women’s hockey program, leaving its mark on the hockey community.
New Mexico Offers $1M Grants to Boost Clean Energy Innovation
Small businesses developing clean energy technologies in New Mexico have until March 17 to apply for state grants of up to $1 million under the Advanced Energy Award.
Phil Hoffman Selected as Next General Manager and CEO of New Mexico PBS
Phil Hoffman will officially assume the role of general manager and chief executive officer of New Mexico PBS (NMPBS/KNME-TV) on April 1. He will succeed retiring general manager and CEO Franz Joachim.
WNMU Francis McCray Gallery Spotlights Emerging Artists in 2026 Student Juried Art Exhibition
Western New Mexico University’s Expressive Arts Department and Francis McCray Gallery presented the 2026 Student Juried Art Exhibition, featuring Southwest students’ conceptual depth and diverse artistic perspectives while developing the region’s next generation of artists.
New Mexico HM59 (2026): CYFD to Study Foster Parent Pay
New Mexico’s 2026 House Memorial 59 asks CYFD to study whether foster parent reimbursements reflect current costs, including the possibility of a cost-of-living adjustment. Confusion around the HM59 label stems from the fact that the same bill number has been used for unrelated memorials in prior years, including one tied to financial literacy.
Santa Fe’s Budget Process Overhaul: What It Could Mean for Taxpayers
Santa Fe is moving to overhaul how it builds its annual budget after city documents acknowledged recent budgets were not tied to long-term goals and focused more on line items than service outcomes. For taxpayers, the process matters because it can shape service reliability, the pace of tax or fee changes, and long-run borrowing costs that filter into future bills.
Director of New Mexico Wildfire Claims Office Placed on Leave Amid $500,000 Compensation Controversy
FEMA placed the director of New Mexico’s wildfire claims office on administrative leave after reporting revealed he and his wife received more than $500,000 from the program he oversees. The $5.45 billion compensation fund has paid out about $3.4 billion so far, as some claimants continue to wait years for relief.
How To Make an Investing Plan for 2026, With Tips Just for New Mexico Residents
A practical 2026 investing checklist starts with cash flow and an emergency buffer, then shifts to contribution increases, automation, tax organization, and disciplined rebalancing. For New Mexico taxpayers, state-specific deductions—such as the New Mexico 529 benefit—can influence which accounts to prioritize.
EP Wealth Advisors Expands to New Mexico to Enhance Client Services: Broader Planning and Local Expertise Await
EP Wealth Advisors has added Santa Fe-based LongView Asset Management, a $390 million AUM registered investment adviser, in a deal that closed January 30. The move expands EP Wealth’s New Mexico presence and brings LongView’s sustainable-investing focus under a larger platform offering broader planning services.
New Mexico House Passes Universal Child Care Bill, Sends SB 241 Back to Senate
The New Mexico House passed SB 241 establishing a universal child care program for 60,000 children, funded by up to $700 million from a state trust fund. The measure now heads back to the Senate.
New Mexico Offers $1M Grants to Boost Clean Energy Innovation
Small businesses developing clean energy technologies in New Mexico have until March 17 to apply for state grants of up to $1 million under the Advanced Energy Award.
New Mexico Senate Passes SB 23 Banning Student Cellphone Use: What Parents Need to Know
SANTA FE, New Mexico — The New Mexico Senate...
Ben Ray Luján to Face No GOP Challenger in Rare New Mexico Senate Race
In a historic shift for New Mexico politics, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján is set to seek reelection without a Republican challenger on the ballot. Following the disqualification of GOP hopeful Christopher Vanden Heuvel, the path to the general election has narrowed to a single-party contest.
New Mexico Lawmakers Push Final Tax Incentive Package to Anchor Fusion and Quantum Industries
As the 30-day session nears its end, New Mexico is doubling down on "technologies of the future." From HB 154 to $600 million for quantum initiatives, discover how the state plans to turn federal research leadership into a commercial powerhouse.
New Mexico Offers $1M Grants to Boost Clean Energy Innovation
Small businesses developing clean energy technologies in New Mexico have until March 17 to apply for state grants of up to $1 million under the Advanced Energy Award.
New Mexico Lawmakers Push Final Tax Incentive Package to Anchor Fusion and Quantum Industries
As the 30-day session nears its end, New Mexico is doubling down on "technologies of the future." From HB 154 to $600 million for quantum initiatives, discover how the state plans to turn federal research leadership into a commercial powerhouse.
Blue Pony Energy to Build $1.6B Low-Carbon Fuels Plant in New Mexico
Blue Pony Energy is investing $1.6 billion to build a low-carbon fuels facility in Lovington, New Mexico, creating jobs and supporting the state’s clean energy goals. The project highlights how New Mexico is balancing economic growth with its push to cut emissions and reach net-zero by 2050.
ViscoTec Expands in North America With Acquisition of Mexican Partner
German dosing technology company ViscoTec has expanded its North American footprint after acquiring its long-time Mexican sales partner, MEI Representaciones, officially establishing ViscoTec Mexico to serve key manufacturing industries more directly.
New Mexico Students Tackle Climate Disasters in Governor’s STEM Challenge
More than 300 high school students from 33 schools across New Mexico are competing in the seventh annual Governor’s STEM Challenge, developing science- and technology-based solutions to help communities prepare for and recover from climate-related disasters.
New Mexico House Passes Universal Child Care Bill, Sends SB 241 Back to Senate
The New Mexico House passed SB 241 establishing a universal child care program for 60,000 children, funded by up to $700 million from a state trust fund. The measure now heads back to the Senate.
UNM Women’s Ice Hockey Club Opens Opportunities for Female Hockey Players
The University of New Mexico’s (UNM) Women’s Ice Hockey Club is making history as the state’s first collegiate women’s hockey program, leaving its mark on the hockey community.
New Mexico Offers $1M Grants to Boost Clean Energy Innovation
Small businesses developing clean energy technologies in New Mexico have until March 17 to apply for state grants of up to $1 million under the Advanced Energy Award.
Phil Hoffman Selected as Next General Manager and CEO of New Mexico PBS
Phil Hoffman will officially assume the role of general manager and chief executive officer of New Mexico PBS (NMPBS/KNME-TV) on April 1. He will succeed retiring general manager and CEO Franz Joachim.
WNMU Francis McCray Gallery Spotlights Emerging Artists in 2026 Student Juried Art Exhibition
Western New Mexico University’s Expressive Arts Department and Francis McCray Gallery presented the 2026 Student Juried Art Exhibition, featuring Southwest students’ conceptual depth and diverse artistic perspectives while developing the region’s next generation of artists.
New Mexico HM59 (2026): CYFD to Study Foster Parent Pay
New Mexico’s 2026 House Memorial 59 asks CYFD to study whether foster parent reimbursements reflect current costs, including the possibility of a cost-of-living adjustment. Confusion around the HM59 label stems from the fact that the same bill number has been used for unrelated memorials in prior years, including one tied to financial literacy.
Santa Fe’s Budget Process Overhaul: What It Could Mean for Taxpayers
Santa Fe is moving to overhaul how it builds its annual budget after city documents acknowledged recent budgets were not tied to long-term goals and focused more on line items than service outcomes. For taxpayers, the process matters because it can shape service reliability, the pace of tax or fee changes, and long-run borrowing costs that filter into future bills.
Director of New Mexico Wildfire Claims Office Placed on Leave Amid $500,000 Compensation Controversy
FEMA placed the director of New Mexico’s wildfire claims office on administrative leave after reporting revealed he and his wife received more than $500,000 from the program he oversees. The $5.45 billion compensation fund has paid out about $3.4 billion so far, as some claimants continue to wait years for relief.
How To Make an Investing Plan for 2026, With Tips Just for New Mexico Residents
A practical 2026 investing checklist starts with cash flow and an emergency buffer, then shifts to contribution increases, automation, tax organization, and disciplined rebalancing. For New Mexico taxpayers, state-specific deductions—such as the New Mexico 529 benefit—can influence which accounts to prioritize.
EP Wealth Advisors Expands to New Mexico to Enhance Client Services: Broader Planning and Local Expertise Await
EP Wealth Advisors has added Santa Fe-based LongView Asset Management, a $390 million AUM registered investment adviser, in a deal that closed January 30. The move expands EP Wealth’s New Mexico presence and brings LongView’s sustainable-investing focus under a larger platform offering broader planning services.
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