SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham shared the results of unannounced inspections of senior care facilities across New Mexico that found at least one violation in 88 percent of the facilities inspected. The inspections, which took place from May 17 to May...
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Governor signs House Bill 1 – Legislation provides $100 million for fire and flood recovery
SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed House Bill 1, appropriating $100 million to support recovery efforts following the South Fork and Salt fires, as well as ongoing flooding. “The legislature’s failure to prioritize public safety for New Mexicans...
Gov. Lujan Grisham reminds New Mexicans about Tax-Free Weekend – New Mexicans can save 8% or more on purchases
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is encouraging New Mexicans to take advantage of the upcoming Back-to-School Tax-Free Weekend, which could save shoppers as much as 8 percent or more on purchases. “New Mexico families should be getting excited about the coming...
$675 million federal boost to transform New Mexico’s broadband landscape – State to launch grant process for statewide connectivity
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that the state received final federal approval to pursue $675 million in federal grant funding to expand broadband access in New Mexico. “The Biden-Harris administration’s $675 million investment in New Mexico...
Federal judge upholds seven-day waiting period for firearm purchases
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is encouraged by U.S. District Judge James Browning’s decision on Monday that preliminarily upheld the state’s Waiting Period Act. “The judge's decision confirms that New Mexico’s waiting period is likely constitutional and...
Governor to host public safety town hall in Las Cruces
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced that she will be hosting a town hall on public safety in Las Cruces on Thursday. “Ensuring the safety and security of every New Mexican remains my top priority,” said Gov. Lujan Grisham. “The town hall in Las...
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race
SANTA FE – Today, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race: Americans owe President Biden an immense debt of gratitude for his strong, resolute leadership over...
Santa Fe selected as finalist for prestigious Sundance Film Festival location search for 2027
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Film Office is thrilled to announce that Santa Fe has been selected as one of the finalist cities being considered by the Sundance Institute as a potential new home for the renowned Sundance Film Festival beginning in 2027. “This is exciting...
Governor issues statement on public safety legislative session
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement regarding lawmakers adjourning the special session without addressing any public safety issues: This legislature just demonstrated that it has no interest in making New Mexico safer. Not one public...
Gov. Lujan Grisham convenes special legislative session to address urgent public safety issues
SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham readout a proclamation convening a special session of the New Mexico State Legislature on July 18, 2024, to address critical public safety concerns affecting the state. The governor’s call to action comes in the wake of...