DPS News:

SANTA FE — Department of Public Safety Secretary Jason R. Bowie Tuesday issued a statement advocating New Mexico lawmakers pass crucial public safety bills in final hours of session.

“Law enforcement officers risk their lives every day while working to keep New Mexicans safe. Violent crime statistics in New Mexico make it clear that officers need more tools to protect themselves and the communities they serve. Sadly, the Legislature has, so far, failed to act – or even hold hearings – on most of Gov. Lujan Grisham’s common-sense proposals to provide such tools. This is unacceptable.

“I urge lawmakers in both parties to immediately pass common-sense public safety legislation the governor has proposed to help reduce violent crime in New Mexico. There is still time to prioritize public safety in the final days of the legislative session. It’s imperative that lawmakers give these bills the serious and urgent consideration they demand.”