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‘Dog’ backs bounty-hunter measure
SANTA FE - It wasn't officially "Day of the Dog" on Wednesday in the New Mexi ...
N.M. House Passes Bill Plugging Gun Show Loophole
The state House has passed legislation closing a loophole in gun show sales. It requires that private sellers at shows do background checks on prospective purchasers. House Bill 77 was... Read more »
Udall Named to Key Appropriations Subcommittee that Oversees NM Labs
Sen. Tom Udall, D-N.M., has been named to the Senate Appropriations Energy and Water Subcommittee, a key post with influence over spending on New Mexico’s national laboratories and water resources.... Read more »
Bill mandating earlier notice for public meetings cruises through House
The New Mexico House voted 59-0 today to approve legislation that would require agendas for public meetings be made available at least 72 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting.... Read more »
Dog the Bounty Hunter makes appearance at Legislature
A reality television star dropped into the New Mexico House this morning to show his support for legislation that would regulate bounty hunters, or “fugitive recovery agents.” Dog the Bounty... Read more »
At the Roundhouse: Middle ground
President Barack Obama’s State of the Union speech made me think of the quandaries of Gov. Susana Martinez and the New Mexico Legislature. Obama, elected by a majority of voters... Read more »
N.M. lawmakers back current Amtrak route
A pair of New Mexico legislators have introduced memorials in the current legislative session, calling on the governor and the state’s congressional delegation to support the “continued viability” of Amtrak’s... Read more »
House to debate background checks
SANTA FE (AP) — A criminal background check will be required for more people buying firearms at gun shows under legislation before New Mexico lawmakers. The 70-member House is expected... Read more »
Most of N.M. delegation agrees with Obama’s proposals
They like the idea of raising minimum wage, but want details
