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If confirmed, New Mexico congresswoman Deb Haaland, 60, would be the first Native American to lead a Cabinet agency.

New Mexico Adds Least-Restrictive COVID-19 Tier - By Susan Montoya Bryan, Associated Press New Mexico is revising its color-coded risk system by adding a

Bill to restrict absentee ballots in MT faces opposition Bill seeking to restrict Montana absentee voting faces opposition By: Mike Dennison and last updated 2021-02-22 20:14:00-05 HELENA — A bill making it more difficult to request and receive absentee ballots in Montana ran into a wall of opposition Monday, as opponents called it unnecessary and an “another attempt at voter suppression.” The bill from Rep. Lola Sheldon-Galloway, R-Great Falls, would require vote...

Biden’s nominee to head the Interior Department says oil and natural gas will continue to play a major role in America for years to come.

Biden's agenda, including the possible creation of a Civilian Climate Corps, “demonstrates that America’s public lands can and should be engines for clean energy production" and “has the potential to spur job creation," Haaland said at her confirmation hearing.

If confirmed, Deb Haaland, 60, would be the first Native American to lead a Cabinet agency and Xavier Beccera, 63, would be the first Latino to head the Department of Health and Human Services.

Interior secretary nominee Deb Haaland tells Senate hearing she’ll balance energy and climate concerns Published February 23 Share on Facebook Print article WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden’s nominee to head the Interior Department faced sharp questions from Republicans on Tuesday over what several called her “radical” ideas that include opposition to fracking and the Keystone XL oil pipeline. Deb Haaland, a New Mexico congresswoman named to lead the Interior Department, tried t...

If confirmed, the New Mexico congresswoman would be the first Native American to lead a Cabinet agency.

Deb Haaland, a New Mexico congresswoman named to lead the Interior Department, said she is committed to “strike the right balance” as the agency manages energy development and seeks to restore and protect the nation’s sprawling federal lands.

If confirmed, Deb Haaland, 60, would be the first Native American to lead a Cabinet agency and Xavier Beccera, 63, would be the first Latino to head the Department of Health and Human Services.