New Economic Impact Study Released On New Mexico Film Incentive Program 2020 Through 2021
NMEDD News:
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Economic Development Department (NMEDD) and the New Mexico Film Office have released and presented a new economic impact study on New Mexico’s film and television industry.
The independent study, commissioned by the New Mexico Film Office, was completed by Olsberg SPI an international creative industries consultant firm specializing in the global screen sector.
The study looked at the industry from fiscal year 2020 through 2021. In summary, findings revealed that the New Mexico film tax credit delivers strong economic benefits to the state across Read More
U.S. Senators Heinrich And Luján Join Bipartisan Group Pushing For Latino And Women’s Smithsonian Museums
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) are part of a bipartisan group of senators requesting Lonnie G. Bunch III, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, to reiterate the intent of congressionally approved legislation from last year that both the National Museum of the American Latino and Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum be located on or near the National Mall.
“The 116th Congress saw the passage of the creation of two new Smithsonian Museums into law … as we continue to move through this process, we want to take this Read More
TGIF Concert Series: Chancel Bells Dec. 3
CONCERT News:
Whether you’re ending your week or starting your weekend, every Friday evening First Presbyterian Church invites its Santa Fe neighbors and visitors from all over the world to its sanctuary to enjoy a half hour of music and reflection.
All are welcome to come and listen to organ music, voice and choral concerts accompanied by various instruments, chamber music and more.
What: Chancel Bells
Music: For Christmas: Wagner, Larson, Callahan, Ringham, Sherman, Hakes and Ryan
Date: Dec 3, 2021
Time: 5:30 p.m. (doors open at 5:15 p.m.)
Proof of Full Vaccination and Mask is required at Read More
Senators Luján, Cramer Introduce Legislation To Bolster Outdoor Recreation, Promote Biking On Federal Lands
U.S. SENATE News:
NAMBE — U.S. Senators Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) introduced the Biking On Long-Distance Trails (BOLT) Act to bolster outdoor recreation and promote biking on federal lands across the United States.
The bipartisan legislation is co-sponsored by U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), and John Barrasso (R-Wyo.).
Capitalizing on New Mexico’s 21 million acres of rich landscapes is vital to the state’s economy. In New Mexico, the outdoor recreation economy accounts for 2.2% of the state’s GDP, providing over 35,000 Read More
AFRL Selects 10 Universities For Satellite Program
Two University Nanosatellite Program students assemble the Oculus-ASR satellite. Courtesy/AFRL
Graphic representation of Arachne, the first solar power beaming experiment for the Space Solar Power Incremental Demonstrations & Research Project. Courtesy/AFRL
AFRL News:
KIRTLAND AIR FORCE BASE — The Air Force Research Laboratory’s University Nanosatellite Program (UNP) has selected 10 universities to participate in the upcoming 2-year partnership to design, fabricate and test small satellites.
At the recent Flight Selection Review for the program’s tenth cycle, 3 of 10 Read More
New Mexico Public Health Association Expresses Gratitude To Legislature For COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement At Roundhouse
NMPHA News:
We are writing to express our deep gratitude to the legislature for requiring proof of (COVID-19) vaccination of any visitor to the Roundhouse.
Requiring vaccination of all visitors to the Roundhouse is a commonsense COVID-19 preventive measure that protects our communities.
Allowing for remote participation ensures that all interested parties—including those who choose to remain unvaccinated—can safely access appropriate official public business of the legislature, which strengthens the fairness and responsiveness of our state government.
We are appalled by the unscientific Read More
New Mexico COVID-19 Update Nov. 24: 1,409 New Cases, Totaling 308,091 With 21 New Deaths And 261,131 Recovered
SANTA FE — New Mexico state health officials announced 1,409 new COVID-19 cases today and a 7-Day positivity rate of 12.2 percent.
Los Alamos County reports 7 new cases today bringing the total to 901 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 21 new deaths today in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:
- 420 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 40 new cases in Chaves County
USDA Providing Turkey Help To Public On Thanksgiving Day
USDA Rural Development News:
USDA Rural Development is offering a live expert on Thanksgiving Day to answer last minute answers from the public about preparing a Thanksgiving meal.
Gary Crawford and Meredith Carothers with the USDA’s Meat and Poultry Hotline will explain how to get that help: click here.
Happy Thanksgiving from the folks at USDA Rural Development. Read More
Record Number Of Teachers In New Mexico Supported Under Debt Relief Program Administered By Higher Education Dept.
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — More than 600 New Mexico teachers will have their student debt burden reduced thanks to the state’s Teacher Loan Repayment Program administered by the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
The Teacher Loan Repayment program pays up to $6,000 per year for two years toward outstanding federal student loan debt and interest for licensed New Mexico teachers working in high-need areas and schools.
The agency received nearly 500 new applications for the program in 2021, three times as many who applied in 2020. Awards will also be renewed for another 140 recipients from last Read More
State Supreme Court Limits Jurisdiction For Lawsuits In New Mexico Against Out-Of-State Corporations
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NMSC News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Supreme Court has narrowed the circumstances when corporations based in other states can be sued in New Mexico.
In a unanimous opinion, the Court rejected a legal theory that authorized New Mexico courts to decide all claims against out-of-state corporations that registered to conduct business in New Mexico and appointed a registered agent in the state to receive notices of lawsuits against it.
In interpreting the state’s business registration law, the Court concluded that the Business Corporation Act (BCA) “does not compel a foreign Read More
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