Senate Democrats Address Need For Special Session

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SANTA FE — Senate Democrats released the following statement regarding a Special Session of the New Mexico Legislature:

New Mexicans from across the state have called for a Special Session on capital outlay. The Senate Democrats have heard that call, and are ready to go into Session to pass a capital outlay bill.

The Senate Democrats agreed tonight on a capital outlay proposal put forth by lead caucus negotiator Sen. John Arthur Smith, D-Dona Ana, Hidalgo, Sierra. The package restores funding to senior centers, higher education institutions, and tribal communities. The package also contains a compromise on highway funding.

The package was developed as a result of discussions with the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and after listening to the needs of local communities, businesses, and tribal groups. It will create approximately 10,000 – 15,000 new jobs over the next three years.

Time is of the essence, and Senate Democrats are ready to begin Session subject to the call.

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