Republican Governors Association Statement On New Mexico Gubernatorial Primary
RGA News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Republican Governors Association (RGA) released the following statement on the New Mexico Republican gubernatorial primary:
“Congratulations to Gregg Hull on his primary victory. As Mayor of Rio Rancho, Hull has helped create good-paying jobs, improved infrastructure, and cracked down on crime. That’s exactly what he will do as governor,” RGA Chair Governor Greg Gianforte said. “Deb Haaland turned her back on New Mexico to push Biden’s failed policies and the Green New Scam. New Mexico deserves a leader, not a career politician who forgot where Read More
Luján Presses Chief Of Forest Service On Uranium Mining In Carson National Forest
Senator Luján pressed Chief Tom Schultz on mining applications made by Gamma Resources. Watch full exchange here. Courtesy photo
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), a member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, questioned Tom Schultz, Chief of the Forest Service, regarding the proposal to conduct uranium mining within the Carson National Forest by the Canadian-based uranium company, Gamma Resources Ltd. During the exchange, Sen. Luján pressed Chief Tom Schultz on Gamma Resources Ltd. and emphasized his commitment to Read More
State Launches Advisory Board To Guide $200M Investment
EDNM News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico’s new Technology and Innovation Network Advisory Board held its inaugural meeting June 1, marking the beginning of formal oversight for more than $200 million in planned state technology and innovation investments.
The board will advise Economic Development New Mexico’s Technology & Innovation Office (TIO) on strategic planning, industry engagement and administration of the state’s Research, Development and Deployment (RD&D) Fund.
Of the more than $200 million in planned investments, $110 million will support the state’s RD&D Fund. TIO Read More
Fentanyl Free America: Support Can Save Lives
DEA News:
Many individuals and families are facing the effects of fentanyl. Knowing where to turn before, during, or after a crisis can make a meaningful difference.
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) provides access to reliable information and support through the Fentanyl Free America initiative.
Support is available through trusted national resources, including:
- SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 24/7 treatment referral and information (English and Spanish)
- FindTreatment.gov: Find substance-use and mental health care near you
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Ongoing support
Secretary Of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver Remarks On First Semi-open Primary Election
Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver
From the Office of the Secretary of State:
SANTA FE – Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver released the following statement this evening following the conclusion of the state’s first Semi-open Primary Election:
“We had a successful first Semi-open Primary Election thanks to the members of my team, county clerks, and the poll workers who have worked tirelessly to ensure a smooth voting process for all those who participated,” said Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver. “More voters turned out during this year’s Primary Election Read More
Observe New Mexico Elections Deploys 35 Election Observers Across New Mexico For Primary Election
ONME News:
SANTA FE – Residents across the state are heading to the polls today during the Primary Election for major party candidates who will appear on the general election ballot this November.
Observe New Mexico Elections’ (ONME) nonpartisan election observers are assessing how the election was administered, what worked well, and what processes can be improved for the future.
Election observers are trained on relevant laws, procedures, and safeguards in New Mexico’s electoral process and verify that those procedures are consistently followed. Across 32 counties today, 35 trained Read More
Grocery Benefits For NM Kids Released After Federal Delay
HCA News:
SANTA FE — Summer grocery benefits held up by a federal funding delay will begin reaching nearly 293,000 New Mexico children June 15, with eligible families set to receive $120 per child through the state’s SUN Bucks program.
SUN Bucks, also known as Summer EBT, is a federal grocery benefits program administered in New Mexico by the Health Care Authority (HCA) and the Public Education Department (PED).
The program helps families buy food for children during the summer months when school meals may not be available. Eligible families will receive a one-time benefit of $120 per child. Read More
Atomic City Transit Expands Trip-Planning Across Los Alamos And The Region With ACT MyCommute
COUNTY News:
Atomic City Transit (ACT) has announced the expansion of trip-planning across Los Alamos and the region with the all-in-one “ACT MyCommute” app, which launches Monday, June 8.
The launch of ACT MyCommute brings together real-time information from nearby public transit agencies (Park & Ride, Blue Bus, Santa Fe Trails, and Rio Metro Rail Runner) so that riders can plan regional transit connections to destinations including Los Alamos, Santa Fe, Española, Albuquerque, and more all from a single app.
While the current ACT MyRide app allows riders to book on-demand and paratransit Read More
Urenco USA Plans Significant Expansion In New Mexico Of U.S. Uranium Enrichment Capacity
Urenco USA announced today that it will expand the capacity of the United States’ only commercial uranium enrichment facility by nearly 50 percent with construction of a new enrichment plant at its enrichment facility in Eunice, N.M. Courtesy/Urenco USA
Urenco USA News:
EUNICE – Urenco USA announced today that it will expand the capacity of the United States’ only commercial uranium enrichment facility by nearly 50 percent, marking a major commitment to strengthening the U.S. nuclear fuel supply chain as the country expands the use of nuclear power.
This strategic, multi-billion-dollar Read More
Secretary Of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver Provides Primary Election Day Information
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Today is Primary Election Day and Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver is providing the following information for voters and media outlets.
As of today, more than 181,900 eligible voters have voted in New Mexico’s 2026 Primary Election, including more than 18,500 voters not registered with a qualified political party. This is the first year independent voters can participate in the state’s primary election without updating their voter registration.
Semi-open Primary
New Mexico has semi-open primary elections, effective July 1, 2025. This means that: Read More