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Published on July 23, 2025 - 15:59 GMT

Governor secures additional federal flooding assistance – Federal resources and funding available for Lincoln County response

SANTA FE – The state of New Mexico today announced that the federal government has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for New Mexico communities damaged by flooding, unlocking federal funds to support response and recovery efforts in Lincoln County. “ …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 20:49 GMT

Governor secures some federal resources for Ruidoso – State works with federal partners for additional financial assistance

SANTA FE – The state of New Mexico today received partial approval for a federal emergency declaration for flood-damaged communities, providing immediate federal personnel resources to support response and recovery efforts in Ruidoso while work continues …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 15:57 GMT

New Mexico Governor mobilizes resources following catastrophic flooding in Ruidoso

SANTA FE – New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement: Ruidoso endured devastating wildfires and flooding last summer, and now catastrophic flooding is hitting this resilient community again. This crisis demands immediate …

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Published on July 8, 2025 - 16:06 GMT

Five hundred+ rural locations gain high-speed internet access – $6.8M federal funding connects previously unserved communities

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced that three completed broadband projects have connected more than 500 rural locations to high-speed internet in Cibola and McKinley counties through the Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE …

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Published on July 3, 2025 - 21:27 GMT

Gov . Lujan Grisham blasts GOP passage of budget that will hurt millions – Gov. says special session may be necessary

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement after final passage of the Republican budget bill in Congress: The Republican budget bill is an abomination that abandons working families and threatens the health and well-being of New …

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Published on July 1, 2025 - 22:46 GMT

Gov. Lujan Grisham condemns U.S. Senate budget vote

SANTA FE – Today, New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement following passage of the Republican budget bill by the U.S. Senate. With their vote to approve President Trump’s reckless budget proposal, Republicans in the U.S. …

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Published on June 23, 2025 - 20:11 GMT

Governor announces new broadband office leadership – Jeffrey Lopez named director

SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the appointment of Jeffrey Lopez as Director of the New Mexico Office of Broadband Access and Expansion. Lopez brings extensive federal policy and infrastructure expertise to his new leadership …

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Published on June 21, 2025 - 15:05 GMT

Governor secures resources to support Cotton Fire response – Additional firefighting crews, air support, and shelter services ...

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham obtained federal emergency funding Saturday to send additional firefighting crews, engines and air support to combat the Cotton Fire in Valencia County. “New Mexican families are facing substantial challenges tonight …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 21:15 GMT

Governor announces judicial appointment of Anastasia Martin

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Tuesday the appointment of Anastasia Martin to fill a vacancy on the First Judicial District Court. Martin will replace the Honorable Mary Marlowe Sommer, who retired from the First Judicial District …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 21:15 GMT

Governor declares emergency, secures federal resources for Trout Fire response

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today issued an emergency declaration and secured Fire Management Assistance Grants (FMAG) in response to the Trout Fire burning in the Gila National Forest near Silver City. Both actions provide additional resources …

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Published on June 14, 2025 - 14:21 GMT

Gov. Lujan Grisham issues statement on assassination of Minnesota Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman

SANTA FE – Today, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement about the political killings in Minnesota: The assassination of Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark is an unspeakable tragedy. …

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Published on June 13, 2025 - 15:29 GMT

Governor announces XGS Energy, Meta geothermal partnership – Nation-leading 150 MW geothermal project on its way to New Mexico

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced that XGS Energy and Meta have entered into an agreement to develop 150 megawatts of advanced geothermal energy in New Mexico. This landmark partnership showcases how next-generation technology can …

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Published on June 11, 2025 - 21:10 GMT

Christopher C. Witt appointed to State Game Commission

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the appointment of Christopher C. Witt, Ph.D. to the State Game Commission to fill the vacancy in District 5. Christopher C. Witt is a Professor in the Department of Biology at the University of New …

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Published on June 5, 2025 - 16:42 GMT

Gov. Lujan Grisham orders flags to half-staff

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Tuesday ordered all flags in the state of New Mexico to half-staff beginning June 5, and lasting through sundown of June 10, in mourning for Officer Timothy Ontiveros of the Bloomfield Police Department. “Officer …

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Published on June 2, 2025 - 23:13 GMT

Governor to promote New Mexico’s energy leadership at Alaska summit

SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and officials will attend the Fourth Annual Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference in Anchorage, highlighting New Mexico’s position as one of the nation’s fastest-growing economies. “New Mexico’s thriving economy is …

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Published on June 2, 2025 - 15:33 GMT

Gov. Lujan Grisham mourns death of Bloomfield police officer Timothy Ontiveros

SANTA FE – New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement: I am devastated by the loss of Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, who gave his life in the line of duty while protecting the Bloomfield community. His death is …

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Published on May 30, 2025 - 23:49 GMT

Governor expands Dolly Parton Imagination Library statewide

SANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham today signed an executive order to expand the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program, ensuring every New Mexico child from birth to age five has access to free monthly books delivered to their home. The signing …

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Published on May 28, 2025 - 20:33 GMT

Governor Lujan Grisham declares drought emergency and convenes drought task force – Executive order directs coordinated response ...

SANTA FE – Today the New Mexico Drought Task Force held a meeting pursuant to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s May 22, 2025 executive order declaring a state of emergency due to persistent and severe drought and escalating fire risk across New Mexico. The …

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Published on May 22, 2025 - 19:39 GMT

Gov. Lujan Grisham condemns House passage of tax bill that slashes Medicaid funding

SANTA FE – Today, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement: This morning, Republicans in the U.S. House prioritized the ultra-wealthy over working families by passing a tax bill that makes deep cuts to vital programs that …

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Published on May 13, 2025 - 20:56 GMT

Gov. Lujan Grisham announces business accelerator in NM – NMexus Center in Albuquerque attracts new foreign investment

NATIONAL HARBOR, MD – New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and NMexus on Tuesday announced a first-of-its-kind global business accelerator and commercialization center to boost foreign direct investment in the state. The governor announced the NMexus ( …

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