Tag: Michelle Lujan Grisham

Nearly 3,000 Workers Train for Climate, Infrastructure Jobs as Clean Energy and Public Works Projects Ramp Up

The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions says 2,800 workers have completed training for climate-ready and infrastructure careers, surpassing earlier targets as the state prepares for a surge in clean energy and public works projects.

New Mexico Bill Permanently Creates Office of New Americans

The New Mexico Legislature approves House Bill 124, permanently establishing the Office of New Americans under the Department of Workforce Solutions. The measure now awaits the governor’s signature.

New Mexico Ends 2026 Session With Universal Child Care, $1.5B Road Bonds, and Malpractice Reforms to Address Doctor Shortages.

New Mexico lawmakers wrap up the 2026 session, approving universal childcare, a $1.5-billion road bond, and medical malpractice reforms.

New Mexico Senate Passes HB4 to Protect Health Coverage Amid Federal Cuts

The New Mexico Senate approves House Bill 4, boosting the Health Care Affordability Fund to shield tens of thousands from losing coverage after federal tax credits and Medicaid cuts.

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 Environment Chief Slams EPA Repeal of 2009 Endangerment Finding

New Mexico Environment Secretary James Kenney denounced the US Environmental Protection Agency’s repeal of its 2009 endangerment finding, calling it a blow to science-based climate policy.

New Mexico House Passes HB 4 to Protect Health Coverage as Enrollment Surges 17 Percent

The New Mexico House approved House Bill 4 to strengthen the Health Care Affordability Fund and shield residents from federal health care cuts. The move comes as state enrollment climbed 17 percent, defying a nationwide decline driven by rising premiums and subsidy rollbacks.

Childcare Advocates Press New Mexico Senate to Protect Wage Hikes Amid Budget Standoff

Childcare advocates are calling on New Mexico senators to retain proposed wage increases for early childhood educators, warning that low pay could drive workers out of the profession as lawmakers debate funding for universal childcare.

New Mexico House Approves $1.5B Transport Bonding Package

New Mexico lawmakers have approved a $1.5 billion transportation bonding package, sending the measure to Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s desk and setting the stage for long-term funding of road and bridge projects without new fuel taxes.