NM Political Report

We believe that an informed and active citizenry is essential for good governance. The New Mexico Political Report is a non-profit news organization dedicated to enhancing the public's understanding of politics and policies within New Mexico. Our investigative and enterprise articles delve deeper than typical press releases and soundbites, addressing issues that resonate with our communities, as narrated by those directly affected by the political landscape. Whenever possible, we strive to amplify voices that reflect New Mexico's diverse population, including those often overlooked by mainstream media. Launched in January 2015, the NM Political Report is an online news source that focuses on political developments, thorough analysis of important issues, and the perspectives of insightful individuals like you. Our news team, comprising experienced journalists Matthew Reichbach, Andrew Lyman, and Laura Paskus, leads this independent, non-profit initiative funded by the ProgressNow NM Education Fund (which does not influence our editorial choices). We also welcome contributions from other reporters and readers through our quick reads and community voices sections. In today's digital era, the NM Political Report is designed to deliver timely news as events unfold. Our innovative platform enables us to publish stories in real-time and allows readers to engage with the content in their preferred online formats. With Facebook and Twitter integrations, readers can comment live, often engaging directly with decision-makers and the journalists reporting on those issues. As traditional news outlets reduce their staff, the complexities of government and societal issues continue to rise, leading to a decrease in coverage of the matters that affect New Mexicans the most. We are addressing this gap by assembling some of the state's leading political reporters to explore how politics influences everyday life for New Mexicans.

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HALT Fentanyl Act passes House, heads to President for signature

2 weeks ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Kevin Hendricks

U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich’s Halt All Lethal Trafficking of (HALT) Fentanyl Act has passed the U.S. House of Representatives, paving the way for the legislation to be signed into law by the President. The bill, which aims to permanently classify fentanyl-related substances (FRS) as Schedule I drugs under the Controlled Substances Act, was introduced by Heinrich, along with U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy and Chuck Grassley, in January. The Senate passed the bill in March.
Rep. Stansbury pushes for expanded healthcare Access in rural, Indigenous communities

2 weeks ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Kevin Hendricks

U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D-NM) is advocating for enhanced healthcare access in New Mexico’s rural and Indigenous communities. During a recent Indian and Insular Affairs Subcommittee hearing, Stansbury championed her bill, the IHS Provider Expansion Act. The legislation aims to establish an Office of Graduate Medical Education Programs within the Indian Health Service (IHS).
Courts, Justice & Safety Archives

2 weeks ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Kevin Hendricks

Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, sections_new_mexico This story was originally published by Source NM. By Patrick Lohmann The federal immigration raid at a dairy farm in Eastern New Mexico last week tore families apart, damaged trust and “undermined our shared values of compassion and justice,” according to Somos Un Pueblo Unido, a statewide immigrant advocacy organization.
80 years after Trinity, Tularosa Basin continues fight for compensation

2 weeks ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Hannah Grover

Tina Cordova has spent about two decades fighting to bring government compensation to the generations of people in the Tularosa Basin who have suffered the health consequences of radiation exposure following the Trinity Bomb test 80 years ago. Last year, Cordova came closer than ever before to achieving this goal.
Thousands expected at ‘No Kings Day’ rally in Albuquerque

2 weeks ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Kevin Hendricks

Thousands of New Mexicans are expected to join a nationwide protest against what organizers call the Trump administration’s “growing authoritarian regime” at the “No Kings Day” rally on Saturday, June 14. The demonstration will be held at Mariposa Basin Park, located at 4900 Kachina St. NW, and will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.The rally is part of a coordinated national effort with demonstrations occurring across the country.
Green chile worker 'caught' in machine

2 weeks ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Josh Lee

A worker injury at one of the state’s largest green chile producers highlights the life-threatening consequences that can occur when companies ignore safety regulations. Young Guns Chile Co. was recently cited by the New Mexico Environment Department’s (NMED) Occupational Health and Safety Bureau (OHSB) for failing to follow safety regulations, resulting in a serious injury that reportedly landed one employee in the hospital.
USFS says fall, winter prescribed burns are extinguished

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Hannah Grover

By Hannah GroverThe U.S. Forest Service’s Carson National Forest announced this week that the prescribed fires lit over the fall and winter from October through January have been safely extinguished. Crews used infrared technology to look for heat at the burn sites. The announcement comes amid severe to extreme drought conditions in much of New Mexico, which increases the risk that a spark could lead to a catastrophic wildfire.
DOH warns summer travelers to get vaccinated against measles

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Matthew Reichbach

While the growth of the measles outbreak in New Mexico has slowed to a crawl and vaccinations have increased, the New Mexico Department of Health says those looking to travel this summer should make sure they are vaccinated against the highly contagious disease. “Measles is a highly contagious disease, as we can see by its spread around the country,” acting state epidemiologist Dr. Chad Smelser said.
Estancia residents asked to conserve water amid well issues

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Hannah Grover

By Hannah GroverThe Town of Estancia is asking residents to conserve water because the well is not producing enough to meet demands. Estancia posted a notice on social media and its website this week alerting residents to the situation and asking them to conserve water. The Town Board of Trustees met with community members on Wednesday evening to discuss the problem. The board chose not to issue a declaration of emergency on Wednesday, but could do so in the future.
Feds file 82 charges for allegedly trespassing on military institutions in new border rules

1 month ago | nmpoliticalreport.com | Matthew Reichbach

The U.S. Attorney for New Mexico announced that his office filed 82 charges for unauthorized entry into the newly created National Defense Area along the U.S.-Mexico border in New Mexico. U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison made the announcement Thursday and said it followed a border visit from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and U.S. Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks.