ALBUQUERQUE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday addressed attendees at a Veterans Day ceremony at the New Mexico Veterans Memorial in Albuquerque. She also issued the following statement summarizing her remarks: “Today, I offer my profound and sincere thanks to...
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Gov. Lujan Grisham, leadership highlight successful and collaborative global climate conference
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham concluded her time at the U.N. Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, Scotland on Sunday, when she committed the state to further high-impact climate actions alongside other national governors. The governor joined the United...
Office of Gov. Lujan Grisham releases planned schedule of public events at COP26
GLASGOW, Scotland – As the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) commences, the Office of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is releasing her planned public appearances. All appearances, locations, and times are subject to change. They include: Interview with...
EPA responds to Gov. Lujan Grisham’s petition, will move to list four PFAS chemicals as hazardous constituents
SANTA FE – At the urging of New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham through a first-of-its-kind petition, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will move forward with a nationally significant rulemaking to change how per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)...
Gov. Lujan Grisham to represent New Mexico at UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow
GLASGOW, Scotland – New Mexico’s ambitious climate change achievements and goals will be on the world stage as Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham attends the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Scotland. The international climate summit, which will take...
State to extend indoor mask requirement
SANTA FE – The statewide requirement that face masks be worn in all indoor public spaces, with only limited exceptions and regardless of vaccination status, will be extended, the Office of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced Friday. The state Department of Health...
Gov. Lujan Grisham statement in celebration of Indigenous Peoples’ Day
SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement on Monday in commemoration of Indigenous Peoples' Day: "Today, we celebrate in solidarity with indigenous peoples and honor the rich culture and history of New Mexico's first citizens. Tribal...
Gov. Lujan Grisham statement on IATSE strike vote
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Tuesday issued a statement following the members of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees voting to authorize a strike amid their ongoing workplace and wage negotiations: “New Mexico’s thriving film and...
Governor Lujan Grisham announces $5.6 million of additional funding for low-income families with children
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Friday announced a one-time cash payment of $446 will be issued to those families who were eligible for the Pandemic Emergency Assistance Fund (PEAF). This one-time payment will be issued Oct. 2, 2021. Nearly 13,000 New Mexico...
Governor seeks applicants for Curry County Commission
SANTA FE – The Office of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is soliciting applications for the District 2 seat on the Curry County Commission. The seat is vacant due to the passing of former Curry County Commissioner James Ridling. Applicants are asked to send a resume and...