Los Alamos Federated Republican Women Install New Officers For 2015-2016
New LAFRW officers from left, Bethany Douglas-President, Nancy Bliss-Secretary and Terry Marzili-Treasurer and Sadie Boyer-NMFRW Region A Director. Courtesy photo
LAFRW members and officers from left, Mary Brooks, Sadie Boyer, Donna MacDonald, Robin Scroggins, Janet Hall, Terry Marzili, Bethany Douglas, Kelly Benner, Shirley-Raye Redmond, and Nancy Bliss. Courtesy photoNew Paseo Del Norte/I-25 Interchange Opens Tonight
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — At 8:30 p.m. today, Gov. Susana Martinez, alongside local and federal officials, will open the brand new Paseo Del Norte/Interstate 25 interchange.
Martinez’s administration worked with the Legislature to secure $30 million for the project, which was then combined with additional funding from the City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, and the federal government. This critical transportation infrastructure project was completed on budget and on time.
Albuquerque Mayor Richard J. Berry, City Councilor Dan Lewis, Bernalillo County Commissioner Lonnie C. Read More
Heinrich Introduces Bill To Establish Tech Transfer Maturation Program
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., a member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, introduced S. 2973, the National Laboratory Technology Maturation Act.
The bill would launch a new National Laboratory Technology Maturation Program (NLTMP) at the U.S. Department of Energy to facilitate successful commercialization of laboratory-developed technologies.
The new program would provide funding to each national laboratory to be used by small businesses with a licensed technology from a laboratory, such as Sandia National Laboratories Read More
New Mexico’s Drug Overdose Fatality Rate Drops 16 Percent
Gov. Susana Martinez
SANTA FE — Gov. Susana Martinez has announced New Mexico’s drug overdose fatality rate decreased 16 percent between 2011 and 2013.
According to the most recent data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), New Mexico’s drug overdose fatality rate decreased from first in the nation in 2009 to third in 2012. New Mexico has now fallen below West Virginia and Kentucky in drug overdose death rates. This is the first time since 1992 that New Mexico has not been ranked first or second nationally in drug overdose fatality rate.
“New Mexico continues to work hard Read More
LANL Programs Among Items Approved In Appropriations Bill
U.S. SENATE News:
- Appropriations bill funds PILT, lab programs including B61, N.M. military bases, WIPP recovery, technology transfer, water projects and other programs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich joined the full Senate in voting 56-40 for a so-called “omnibus” appropriations bill to fund the government, including critical New Mexico programs, through September 2015, the end of the Fiscal Year.
The bill includes full funding for the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program, which helps Read More
Udall, Heinrich Announce Momentous Gains For New Mexico With Passage Of Public Lands Package
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, D-N.M., and Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., applauded the passage of a historic public lands package today. Several conservation and energy bills championed by the senators were included in the FY2015 National Defense Authorization Act. The end of year package passed the Senate by a vote of 89 to 11 and now goes to the President for his signature.
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
“This is an exciting day for everyone who enjoys public lands and parks in New Mexico. With today’s vote we are protecting some of the Read More
Heinrich To Serve On Senate Armed Services Committee
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
U.S. SENATE News:
- Position will be instrumental in Senator’s commitment to New Mexico
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., released the following statement after receiving an assignment to serve on the U.S. Senate Committee on Armed Services.
Heinrich currently serves, and will continue to serve, on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources, Intelligence, and Joint Economic Committees.
“I look forward to serving on the Senate Armed Service Committee to ensure our men and women in uniform have the resources they need to keep our nation Read More
James Robinson: Why I Want To Serve On UNM-LA Advisory Board
James Robinson
My name is James Robinson, and I am seeking your help to serve on the University of New Mexico – Los Alamos Branch Advisory Board.
UNM-LA holds a special place in my heart. After graduating from Los Alamos High School, I knew that I did not want to go straight into college. So I packed up and headed to golden coast of California. However, it was soon apparent that higher education was the only way to get the life I wanted.
I returned home only to realize that I could not afford the traditional four year college, and I did not qualify for the New Mexico Lottery Scholarship. Read More
Luján Issues Statement On Passage Of Spending Bill
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján
CONGRESSIONAL News:
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico’s Third District released the following statement Thursday after voting against an omnibus appropriations bill.
“It is deeply disappointing that Congressional Republicans have used this process to pass damaging provisions that roll back critical Wall Street reforms and further undermine campaign finance rules. In addition, the measure shortchanges investments in key areas that are critical to our nation’s economic competitiveness and New Mexico’s future – cutting Pell Grants and providing Read More
Recount Underway For Commissioner Of Public Lands Race
A recount is underway this morning in the Los Alamos County Clerk’s warehouse at 1000 Central Ave., for the Commissioner of Public Lands race. Clerk’s at all 33 counties across New Mexico are conducting recounts of this race today. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
ELECTION News:
Los Alamos County Clerk Sharon Stover announced Wednesday that her office received notice from the Secretary of State that an agreement was reached by all parties, allowing the stay to be lifted on the automatic recount for the Commissioner of Public Lands race.
The New Mexico Supreme Court has officially Read More
Governor Unveils New Teacher Support Package
Gov. Susana Martinez
EDUCATION News:
Gov. Susana Martinez has announced a package of key initiatives to support New Mexico’s teachers, starting with increasing pay for beginning teachers for the second year in a row.
The Governor also outlined a new initiative, called the “school supply bucket,” to provide teachers with funds to help purchase materials for their classrooms. She also introduced New Mexico’s “Teachers Pursuing Excellence” (TPE) program to place the most effective teachers in mentorship positions supporting teachers who could benefit from additional, job-embedded Read More
Udall Urges Congress To Pass Bill, Avoid Shutdown
U.S. SENATE News:
- Appropriations bill funds PILT, lab programs including B61, N.M. military bases, WIPP recovery, technology transfer, water projects and other priorities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, welcomed the release of a so-called “omnibus” appropriations bill, which includes critical funding for New Mexico and keeps the government running through September 2015, the end of the fiscal year.
The bill funds many New Mexico priorities that Udall has fought for, such as the Payment in Lieu Read More
Los Alamos County Participates In State-Wide Recount For Commissioner Of Public Lands
Land Commissioner Ray Powell
ELECTION News:
Los Alamos County Clerk Sharon Stover announced today, her office received notice from the Secretary of State, that an agreement was reached by all parties, allowing the stay to be lifted on the automatic recount for the Commissioner of Public Lands race.
The New Mexico Supreme Court has officially lifted the stay and the State Canvassing Board (Governor, SOS and Supreme Court Justice) has issued a 20-page amended order for the statewide recount. County Clerks, at all county seats across New Mexico, are to begin the recount process 8 a.m. Thursday, Read More
Business Community Briefed On Legislative Agenda
Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard gives a legislative report at Thursday’s Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast at UNM-Los Alamos. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.com
Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce members listen to Rep. Stephanie Garcia Richard’s legislative report at Thursday’s Business Breakfast. Photo by Bonnie J. Gordon/ladailypost.comRep. Stephanie Garcia Richard, D-Los Alamos, Santa Fe, Sandoval and Rio Arriba counties, briefed the local business community on the 60-day session
Udall Statement On State’s Decision To Fine DOE Following Accident At WIPP
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall
STAFF REPORT
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall issued the following statement Saturday on the state of New Mexico’s decision to fine the U.S. Department of Energy over $54 million for numerous violations at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant and Los Alamos National Laboratory:
“The investigation by the state of New Mexico found that the accident last February put at risk the health of workers and the nearby community. The action the state has taken is appropriate and shows why I have long fought for state environmental authority over WIPP waste operations. WIPP and Read More
Lunch With A Leader Features Anne Laurent Dec. 16
Anne Laurent
LWV News:
The League of Women Voters invites the community to Lunch with a Leader at 11:45 a.m., Dec. 16 at Mesa Public Library.
The speaker is Anne Laurent, LEED certified, licensed architect, is director of the Los Alamos County Community and Economic Development Department and in charge of Capital Projects. She will address the County’s comprehensive plan – what is happening, what needs to happen, and how the public will be involved.
Laurent earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Architecture degrees from Rhode Island School of Design. Read More
GOP Women Host Holiday Luncheon Dec. 11
LAFRW News:
The Los Alamos Federated Republican Women will have their annual Holiday Luncheon, a potluck at noon Thursday, Dec. 11 at the Los Alamos Church of Christ, 2323 Diamond Dr.
All registered Republican Women are invited to attend this special event. New 2015-2016 officers will be installed, and members will bring gifts for the Adopt-A-Family program.
To RSVP, call Donna MacDonald 505.662.4001. Read More
Udall Recruiting Spring Interns For New Mexico Offices
U.S. SENATE News:- Positions available in Albuquerque, Carlsbad, Las Cruces, Portales and Santa Fe offices
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tom Udall, D-N.M., invites New Mexico college students interested in gaining legislative or press relations experience to apply for spring semester internships in his Albuquerque, Carlsbad, Las Cruces, Portales and Santa Fe offices.
For more information and to apply for an internship, visit http://www.tomudall.senate.gov/internships. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but students are encouraged to submit their applications Read More
NCRTD Welcomes Town Of Taos
Taos Mayor Daniel Barrone
NCRTD News:
The Town of Taos has joined the North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD) as a full member to its Board of Directors.
Named to represent the Town on the NCRTD Board is Town of Taos Mayor Daniel Barrone. As a commissioner representing Taos County, Barrone has served as Board Chair since 2012. His seat on the County Commission will expire in January.
The NCRTD Board is comprised of thirteen city councilors, county commissioners and tribal representatives from throughout the four-county District. The addition of the Town of Taos brings the number Read More
Udall Statement On Nomination of Ashton Carter As Secretary of Defense
Ashton ‘Ash’ Carter