Legislative clock is ticking, putting some key measures into doubt
While the state's $10.22 billion spending plan for fiscal year 2025 is headed to the governor, few other measures have crossed the finish line.
Stay updated with breaking news from Meredith Machen. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
While the state's $10.22 billion spending plan for fiscal year 2025 is headed to the governor, few other measures have crossed the finish line.
A bill that would codify the Office of Renewable Energy as a division of the New Mexico State Land Office is headed to the Senate floor. HB 95 passed the Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee on Sunday on a 6-0 vote. It is sponsored by Rep. Tara Lujan, D-Santa Fe, and Rep. Debra Sariñana, […]
New Mexico has ranked 50th nationally in education and recent standardized test score rankings showed fourth and eighth grade students came in last nationally for proficiency in both reading and math. This election, voters will see candidates for the Public Education Commission on their ballots. And while none of the races are contested, KUNM’sTaylor Velazquez spoke with an expert who says this points to the tension between the commission and New Mexico Public Education Department.
In a state that ranks so poorly in education, none of NM's Public Education Commission races are contested.