New legislation would drive government contracting dollars to New Mexico businesses
311 Views SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – A top priority during the legislative session is finding ways to boost the state’s economy. Lawmakers are introducing a bill they said would accomplish that by driving more government contracting dollars to local businesses.
Gov. Lujan Grisham discusses education, economy and mental health in State of the State
362 Views Governor Lujan Grisham started the State of State with what sounded like a motivational speech, telling New Mexicans this last year wasn’t easy. “My budget calls for an 800% increase in funding for suicide prevention services and programs for both youth and adults mental health care is healthcare,” she said.
4-year-old leaves UNM Hospital after months-long battle with COVID-19
279 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.- UNM Hospital staff cheered as a four-year-old girl was released after a month’s long battle with COVID-19. Stella spent more than five months in the Pediatric ICU, according to a tweet from UNM Health Sciences.
State relief plans take shape at New Mexico Legislature
364 Views SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — An economic relief package is taking shape at the New Mexico Legislature as a Senate panel endorsed a $600 rebate to low-income workers and a separate bill that would waive licensing fees on liquor stores. Residents of New Mexico who earned up to $31,200 during 2020 would be […]