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Massa’s Allegations “Absolutely Untrue,” Says Hoyer
Laurel Brishel Prichard University of New Mexico/ Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 10, 2010
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD) said Tuesday that statements made by former Rep. Eric Massa (D-NY) claiming that he was forced out of office in order to pass health care reform legislation were “absolutely untrue.”
Biden Criticizes Israeli Decision To Build In East Jerusalem
Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 10, 2010
Vice President Joe Biden issued a statement Tuesday criticizing the Israeli government for pursuing a plan to construct new housing units in East Jerusalem, a politically-fragile disputed region.
Health Care Caucus Calls On Congress To Fight Medicare Fraud
Laurel Brishel Prichard University of New Mexico/ Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 10, 2010
The Congressional Health Care Caucus (CHC) highlighted the consequences of Medicare fraud Tuesday and called on their colleagues to take actions that could possibly save billions of dollars for the social insurance program.
More International Trade Will Lead To More Domestic Jobs, Says U.S. Trade Representative
Antonia Aguilar – University of New Mexico / Talk Radio News
Washington, DC, Mar 10, 2010
By enhancing market access for American exporters, the U.S. can create jobs and mend the economy, Trade Representative Ron Kirk said during a luncheon at the National Press Club Tuesday.
New Trade Opportunities Will Aid In Job And Economic Growth, Says U.S. Trade Representative
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 10, 2010
U.S. Trade Representative Ron Kirk said during a luncheon at the National Press Club Tuesday that his office will help President Barack Obama achieve his goal of job and economic growth by creating new trade opportunities. (0:25)
Lieberman: Obama Signaling That Energy Independence Is A Priority
Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 10, 2010
Joe Lieberman (I-Conn.) says that President Barack Obama’s meeting Tuesday with a bipartisan collection of Senators on energy independence is a way for Obama to signal that energy independence is a priority for his administration. (0:29)
MEDIA ADVISORY - Governor to Sign Education Bills Today
NMBA Staff
Santa Fe, Mar 10, 2010
SANTA FE–Governor Bill Richardson will sign the Hispanic Education Act and several other education bills today at Washington Middle School (1101 Park Ave SW) in Albuquerque at 2:00pm
Romney Compares Obama’s Job Proposals To Jimmy Carter’s
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney (R) charged that current proposals from the Obama administration intended to stimulate job creation have thus far served more as deterrents to investors within the private sector.
Washington Risks Stunting America’s Core Values, Claims Romney
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney (R) said Friday that the political status-quo in Washington runs the risk of stunting America’s core values. (0:26)
Romney: Obama Should Have Focused On Jobs First, Not Health Care
Antonia Aguilar – University of New Mexico/ Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
The Obama administration should have attempted to spur job creation prior to pursuing health care reform, according to Massachusetts’ former Republican Governor Mitt Romney, who unsuccessfully ran for the Republican presidential nomination in the last election cycle.
McCain And Lieberman Propose Legislation For Indefinite Detention
Laurel Brishel Prichard University of New Mexico/ Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Legislation to hold “high value detainees” for a indefinite amount of time was introduced Thursday by Sen. John McCain (R-Ariz.) and Sen. Joe Lieberman (I-Conn.).
Insurance Companies “Purge” Older Customers, Says White House Health Official
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
During a conference call with reporters on Friday, Nancy DeParle, Director of the White House Office of Health Reform, discusses a common practice within the insurance industry called purging that is designed to weed out people who are getting older and may have more health risks. (0:32)
GOP Wants Obama To Fail On Health Reform, Says Ohio Democrat
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
During a conference call with reporters on Friday, Senator Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) says many Republicans are trying to ensure that President Barack Obama fails at passing health care reform. (0:17)
Reconciliation Would Mean Only Minor Adjustments, Says Democrat Brown
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Sherron Brown (D-Ohio) says Republicans need to understand that the healthcare reform bill does have a bipartisan flavor, adding that the GOP’s ideas that are in the bill won’t be taken out during reconciliation. (0:33)
Democrats Have Waited Long Enough, Now It’s Time To Go It Alone On Healthcare, Says Ohio Democrat
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
During a conference call with reporters on Friday, Senator Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) says Republicans have no intention of passing any health care bill, and that the House and Senate should move forward without them. (0:11)
Republicans Don’t Really Want To Help Pass Health Reform, Says Democrat Brown
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
During a conference call with reporters on Friday, Senator Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) says Republicans know that starting over on health care is not an option for Democrats. Brown says the GOP merely wants to continue to operate under the current system of health care. (0:11)
Grouse Affecting Energy Development
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
A high plains bird might have a great impact on the continued development of renewable and conventional energy. TRNS Reporter Benny Martinez has the story. Click the audio icon below to listen. (:51)
Sage Grouse Not On Endangered Species List Yet
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
TRNS Reporter Benny Martinez reports on Interior Secretary Ken Salazar’s decision to keep the sage grouse off the endangered species list and its effects on energy development. Click on the audio icon below to listen. (:44)
Senate Must Extend Medicaid Assistance Within Jobs Bill, Say Democrats
Benny Martinez, University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
The newly-unveiled jobs bill includes legislation that would extend funding of the states’ Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) by six months, said Sen. Jay Rockefeller (D-W.V.).
New Unemployment Numbers Better Than Expected, But Not Good Enough, Says Obama
University of New Mexico / Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
President Barack Obama said Friday that while February’s unemployment numbers are better than expected, the U.S. still needs to do better. The president adds that his administration is determined to improve the employment situation. (0:53)
Republican Brady: Obama Administration Is Playing “Blame-onomics”
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Rep. Kevin Brady (R-Texas) says “the Obama Administration and Congress are well-intentioned in all their efforts to restore the country’s economy, but I am puzzled by the President’s economic approach. I don’t know what you call it, maybe ‘Blame-onomics’.” (0:16)
Brady: February Job Losses Are A Result Of A ‘Blizzard Of Bad Policy’
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Rep. Kevin Brady (R-Texas), the top Republican on the Joint Economic Committee, responds to The White House’s accusations that the record setting snowstorm in the Northeast last month contributed to the nation’s unemployment rate holding at 9.7%. (0:32)
More Snow Days For Congress Would Stimulate The Economy, Says GOP’er Brady
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Rep. Kevin Brady (R-Texas) says the week Congress was snowed out lifted the spirits of the American public. Brady says perhaps the best stimulus package would be for Congress to adjourn for the rest of the year. (0:29)
Stimulus Has Failed To Prevent Massive Job Loss, Says Republican Burgess
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Rep. Michael Burgess (R-Texas) says there have been three million jobs lost since the stimulus plan was enacted, and asks why the administration and Congress passed the bill in the first place. (0:35)
February Job Numbers: Caused By Heavy Snow, Or A Blizzard Of Bad Policy?
Sofia Sanchez -University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
While the White House says last month’s ’snowpocalypse’ helped keep the nation’s unemployment rate at nearly 10%, a Republican from Texas attributed the numbers on Friday to a “blizzard of bad policy proposals.”
February Unemployment Rate Holds At 9.7 Percent
Laurel Brishel Prichard, University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
According to statistics released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS), the nation’s official unemployment rate remained at 9.7% in February. The BLS estimates that 14.9 million Americans are currently out of work.
New Mexico News Brief, Thursday, March 4
KOAT TV 7, KOAT.com
Albuquerque, Mar 05, 2010
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Darington Hobson had 20 points and 14 rebounds, leading No. 8 New Mexico to a 73-66 win over TCU last night to secure the Lobos' first outright conference title in 16 years. Roman Martinez added 19 points in his final game at The Pit, the Lobos' 14th straight victory. New Mexico also tied a school record for most wins - a 28-5 mark set in 1995-96. More news from around the state:
Students Want High Quality, Accessible Education, Says California Campus Activist
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Amid campus protests in California against massive tuition increases, activist Don Kingsbury, a teaching assistant at UC Santa Cruz, tells Talk Radio News Service that students are demonstrating for high quality, accessible education. (0:26)
Students Could Be Priced Out Of Their Education Follwoing Tuition Increase, Says UC Santa Cruz Activist
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Amid the protests across California campuses in response to tuition increases, activist Don Kingsbury, a teaching assistant at UC Santa Cruz, tells Talk Radio News that students are being priced out of their education. (0:17)
“We’re Changing Things,” Says Campus Activist In California
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Students are protesting at over 100 California college campuses Thursday in response to the state’s proposed 32 percent rise in tuition costs.
California Campuses Rocked By Student Protests
Laurel Brishel Prichard -University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washignton, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Students held protests at over 100 California college campuses Thursday in response to the state’s proposal to raise tuition by 32 percent and a series of significant budget cuts.
Boehner Urges Americans To Fight Against Democrats’ Health Care Reform Effort
Talk Radio News Service
Washignton, DC, Mar 05, 2010
House Minority Leader John Boehner (R-Ohio) encouraged the American people Thursday to continue fighting against Democrats’ health care reform proposals.
Arts Beat for Fri. March 5, 2010
Connie Gotsch, KSJE
Farmington, NM, Mar 05, 2010
This week, Arts Beat features: Thomas O’Connor, Music Director and Conductor of the Santa Fe Pro Musica, wrapping up the season.
KSJE Produces Arts Beat every week and the five minute program covers Arts-related activities and news primarily in the Albuquerque and Santa Fe areas. The program is made available to any member station of the New Mexico Broadcasters Association to run in its entirety.
Arts Beat is produced to run on Fridays, but each episode is designed to be run on any day of the week, there are no date specific mentions.
If you have a problem downloading the Arts Beat mp3 file from this website, go to the mp3/podcast section of www.KSJE.com
KSJE 90.9FM is a public radio station in Farmington, NM supported by San Juan College. For questions, comments, or ideas for a future segment, please contact host Connie Gotsch at (505)566-3377 or GotschC@SanJuanCollege.edu.
NFL Running Back Mendenhall Says That Nearly 1 in 3 Are Overweight
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
National Football League (NFL) Running Back Rashard Mendenhall says studies show that nearly one out of every three children and teens are overweight. Mendenhall, who plays for the Pittsburgh Steelers, testified Thursday on the importance of fighting childhood obesity during a hearing before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee. (0:09)
Fighting Obesity Requires Focusing On What Kids Can Do, Says Surgeon General
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
U.S. Surgeon General Regina Benjamin says rather than discouraging young Americans by telling them what they can’t do in terms of excercise, we must encourage them by focusing on things they’re capable of. Benjamin testified Thursday on the importance of focusing on childhood obesity during a hearing before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee. (0:31)
Surgeon General Pledges To Help Turn Around Childhood Obesity
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
U.S. Surgeon General Regina Benjamin says she will do everything in her power to curb the nation’s obesity problem. Benjamin testified Thursday before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee. (0:28)
Changing Your Eating Habits Means Changing Your Environment, Says Surgeon General
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
U.S. Surgeon General Regina Benjamin says that in order to change the lives and eating habits of young Americans, the environment around them must change to support their improved life styles. Benjamin testified on Thursday about the importance of focusing on childhood obesity in America during a Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing. (0:12)
Sebelius Urges Insurance Companies To Publish Reasons For Rate Increases
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius calls for health insurance companies to publish information online explaining why they are raising prices. (0:23)
Sebelius Calls Health Insurance Companies Out On Double-Digit Rate Increases
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebleius gives information on the earning statements of insurance companies and gives perspective on what double-digit rate increases mean for customers. (0:23)
Rate Hikes Badly Hurt Customers, Says HHS Secretary Sebelius
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius lists a number of negative effects that arbitrary rate increases on the part of health insurance companies can have on the budgets of consumers. (1:02)
Boehner: Health Care Debate Is Far From Over
University of New Mexico / Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
House Minority Leader John Boehner (R-Ohio) told reporters Thursday that the debate over health care reform is “far from over.” (0:25)
Pelosi: Democrats Have Been Effective In The House
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) said that she does not believe she believes that House Democrats have been very effective in power.
Pelosi: Democrats Are Ready To Pass Health Care Bill
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, Dc, Mar 05, 2010
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) says that house democrats are ready to pass health care reform and that they now have to get their message to the American public. (0:16)
Insurance Providers May Soon Have To Reveal Rationale Behind Premium Increases
Laurel Brishel Prichard-University of New Mexico/ Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Health and Human Secretary Kathleen Sebelius told reporters Thursday that through the administration’s health care reform effort, health insurance providers could soon be required to publish the rationale behind premium increases on American’s policies.
Pelosi: The Trust Of Americans Will Always Be Honored
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, Dc, Mar 05, 2010
Speaker of The House Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) says that her commitment to the trust of the American people will always be honored. She adds that if any member’s actions come into question, they will be directed to the Ethics Committee. (0:23)
Democratic Party Not In Crisis, Health Care Bill Will Satisfy Members, Says Pelosi
Sofia Sanchez, University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 05, 2010
Despite the fact that the recently-resigned head of the House Ways and Means Committee and his possible replacement are both engulfed in controversy, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) downplayed any concerns that she may be leading a party in crisis.
Legislative Update
Leah Valencia
Santa Fe, Mar 05, 2010
Legislative wrap-up
Democrat Teague Promoting Nationwide Enactment Of ‘Katie’s Law’
Antonia Aguilar-University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 04, 2010
Rep. Harry Teague (D-N.M.) and other members of Congress are urging the House Judiciary Committee to consider nationalizing “Katie’s Law,” which would require all states to collect and maintain a DNA profile for every violent crime offender upon arrest. Talk Radio News Service’s Antonia Aguilar has more on the story. (1:01)
Budget OK'd with $200 million tax jump
BARRY MASSEY, Associated Press
Santa Fe, Mar 04, 2010
Special session continuing
SANTA FE (KRQE) - The Legislature approved a $5.6 billion budget on Wednesday and the largest tax increase package in more than two decades to help pay for public schools and government services next year.
Dems: Tax hikes a necessary evil
Leah Valencia | DAILY LOBO
Albuquerque, Mar 04, 2010
State legislators passed $240 million worth of tax increases Wednesday after a heated debate on the House floor.
The measure, an essential component in completing the state budget, passed the House by a vote of 38-28, after being debated for nearly three hours. The bill will now go to the Governor’s desk for executive approval.
DAVID SALMAN, 1936-2010: Former legislator pioneered law on medical marijuana
The Santa Fe New Mexican and wire services
Santa Fe, Mar 04, 2010
Salman was member of 'Mama Lucy Gang' of liberals who ran House in 1970s
A private funeral service will be held at the Salman Ranch in Mora County for former Democratic state Rep. David Salman, who died Sunday at age 74.
Their View: Examining the economics of affordable housing
Clinton R. Lanier, Las Cruces Sun-Times
Las Cruces, Mar 04, 2010
In its latest report about the progress of the affordable housing development located downtown, the Sun-News highlighted the story of Frieda Gallegos, a Las Cruces mother with two children who struggled to make ends meet with her $9/hour job as a cashier. Her story made clear how difficult it is to live in Las Cruces for many, and how easily many of us seem to forget this fact.
Obama Says His Health Care Proposal Won’t Hurt People Who Have And Like Their Insurance
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 04, 2010
During a speech Wednesday, President Barack Obama says under his healthcare proposal, Americans that like their insurance plans will be able to keep them. (0:23)
Obama Says His Health Reform Plan Would Cost About $100 Billion
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 04, 2010
During a short speech on Wednesday, President Barack Obama says his health reform plan would cost about $100 billion per year, but says that it would come mostly come from the $2 trillion already spent annually by Americans on health care. (0:25)
McConnell: Obama Failed To Mention The Amount Of New Spending Brought On By Health Care Bill
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 04, 2010
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) said that the President failed to mention the amount of new spending that will be included in the health care bill during a press conference Wednesday. (0:24)
There Will Be Bipartisan Opposition If Democrats Try To Pass Health Care Bill Through Reconciliation, Says Senate GOP Leader
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 04, 2010
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) said during a press conference Wednesday that the only bipartisanship that will be seen if Democrats decide to pass health care reform legislation through reconciliation will be in the opposition to it. (0:20)
Voters Will Revolt Against Democrats Over Healthcare, Says Top Republican
Antonia Aguilar, University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 04, 2010
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) responded to President Barack Obama”s speech on health care reform on Wednesday, assailing the President over the cost of his plan.
Legislative Update
Leah Valencia
Santa Fe, Mar 04, 2010
The Legislature went late into the night but passed a budget with significant tax increases. (1:23)
Silver City schools losing enrollment
Associated Press for KVIA.com
Silver City, Mar 03, 2010
SILVER CITY, N.M. (AP) - Enrollment has dropped in the Silver Consolidated School District, meaning less state money for the southwestern New Mexico district.
Senate passes big tax bill and waits for House to pass budget
Trip Jennings, New Mexico Independent
Santa Fe, Mar 03, 2010
The state Senate passed a bill late Tuesday that would generate $240 million through various tax and revenue measures to help plug a large budget shortfall next year.
NM Senate OKs $200M tax increase package
BARRY MASSEY, Associated Press - Las Cruces Sun Times
Santa Fe, Mar 03, 2010
SANTA FE - Lawmakers narrowed their differences Tuesday and assembled a potential compromise to increase taxes by more than $230 million to balance next year's budget.
Richardson hires fare well despite cuts
Larry Barker Investigates
Santa Fe, Mar 03, 2010
While the governor might talk your ear off about taxes, education and the Rail Runner, one subject remains off-limits: the political jobs he's handed out and then protected as the state budget plunged into crisis.
Legislative committee passes cigarette tax hike
Trip Jennings, The New Mexico Independent
Santa Fe, Mar 03, 2010
Tax is seen as a vital part of the budget package
New Mexico establishes baseline spending for insurers
Caralyn Davis, FierceHealthcare.com
Santa Fe, Mar 03, 2010
The New Mexico Legislature has passed a bill requiring most health insurers to spend 85 percent of every premium dollar on direct healthcare services, with the remaining 15% going for administrative costs and profits. (Insurers selling in the individual insurance market will have to meet a more relaxed 75 percent/25 percent ratio.)
Retrofitting Homes Puts Americans Back To Work, Says Labor Secretary
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 02, 2010
U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Hilda Solis says retrofitting homes is the fastest way to get Americans back to work all over the country (0:14).
Old Homes Burning Through Energy And Wallets, Says Labor Secretary
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 02, 2010
Labor Secretary Hilda Solis says that homeowners lose money by not retrofitting their homes to make them more energy efficient. (0:19)
Saving The Environment Could Save You Cash And Maybe Your Job, Says Labor Secretary
Laurel Brishel Prichard University of New Mexico/ Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 02, 2010
A new rebate program for home retrofits proposed by the Obama administration could save homeowners hundreds of dollars a year and create new jobs, according to Labor Secretary Hilda Solis.
Federal Employees Don’t Want Congress In Charge Of Their Health Benefits, Says Perscription Drug Industry Official
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 02, 2010
Pharmaceutical Care Management Association President and CEO Mark Merritt tells Talk Radio News Service that the last thing federal employees want is to have Congress regulate their health benefits. Merritt’s comments are in reference to a new bill introduced by Rep. Stephen Lynch (D-Mass.) that would alter the system by which federal employees receive health benefits. (0:14)
New Bill To Improve Federal Health Benefits Program Would Do Opposite, Says Perscription Drug Industry Official
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 02, 2010
Pharmaceutical Care Management Association President and CEO Mark Merritt says the goal of legislation proposed by Rep. Stephen Lynch (D-Mass.) is to improve the health care benefits system for federal employees. But, says Merritt, if signed into law it would do the opposite. (0:13)
New Legislation To “Blow Up” Federal Health Benefits Program Would Worsen System, Warns Prescription Drug Administration Industry
Monique Cala - University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 02, 2010
Pharmaceutical Care Management Association President and CEO Mark Merritt told Talk Radio News Service Tuesday that he opposes legislation introduced by Rep. Stephen Lynch (D-Mass.) that would dramatically alter the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program (FEHBP).
Levin Blames Michigan’s Unemployment Woes On Lack Of Small Business Loans
Sofia Sanchez- University of New Mexico/ Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 02, 2010
According to Sen. Carl Levin (D-Mich.), the drop in small business lending is responsible for his state’s dismal unemployment rate.
Stabenow: “One Size Fits All Approach” To Regulation Doesn’t Help Small Banks
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 02, 2010
Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.) says even a healthy bank will not make a loan to a borrower that does not have enough collateral value. Stabenow says that in her state they have made new regulations for big banks since a “one size fits all” approach hurts small banks’ ability to lend. (0:31)
Levin: Banks Not Loaning Due To Drop In Value Of Borrowers’ Collateral
Staff, Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 02, 2010
Sen. Carl Levin (D-Mich.) says that banks may not be loaning out of lack of capital, but adds that another reason is due to a decline in the borrower’s collateral. (0:37)
Levin: Credit For Small Business Must Be Restored
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 02, 2010
Senator Carl Levin (D-Mich.) talks about a small business owner in his state who was making money, but had his line of credit cut. Levin says this happened because banks do not have sufficient capital. (0:37)
NM lawmakers to consider sales tax increase
BARRY MASSEY, Associated Press
Santa Fe, Mar 02, 2010
New Mexico will pay higher taxes when they buy goods and services, including food, under a budget-balancing package proposed by Democratic legislative leaders.
Budget proposal gives governor more power to cut spending
Trip Jennings, The New Mexico Independent
Santa Fe, Mar 02, 2010
A proposed state budget currently before state lawmakers would grant Gov. Bill Richardson a power the New Mexico Legislature has zealously guarded in the past: the power of the purse string.
Legislators work on balancing the budget
Leah Valencia | DAILY LOBO
Albuquerque, Mar 02, 2010
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Legislature reconvened Monday for the Special Session with only one thing on the Governor’s Proclamation — the state budget.
Off-Limit Resources Harbor Enough Energy To Last Decades, Says Natural Gas Advocate
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 01, 2010
Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) Chairman Bruce Vincent says one of the goals of his organization is to persuade the Obama Administration to allow more access to natural gas resources. (0:23)
More Investment In Oil And Natural Gas Will Fuel Job Growth, Says Industry Advocate
Antonia Aguilar – University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 01, 2010
Officials with the Independent Petroleum Association of America (IPAA) met with Members of Congress on Monday to persuade them that investing in oil and natural gas drilling could lead to economic growth.
Clyburn: Bunning Filibuster Is Denying Help To Americans In Need
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 01, 2010
House Majority Whip James Clyburn (D-S.C.) says Sen. Jim Bunning (R-Ky.) filibustering the unemployment benefits program is puzzling to him, saying the bill is about nothing more than helping the American people. (:24)
Bunning Vote Against Unemployment Benefits Program Makes No Sense, Says Democrat Klobuchar
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 01, 2010
Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) says during a conference call Monday that she is extremely bothered by the fact that all it takes is one lawmaker, in this case Sen. Jim Bunning (R-Ky.), to hold up benefits for millions of unemployed Americans who need them. (0:18)
Top Democrats Rail Against Republican Who Voted Against Extending Unemployment Benefits
Sofia Sanchez – University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 01, 2010
Congressional Democrats expressed rage Monday over an attempt by Sen. Jim Bunning (R-Ky.) late last week to filibuster a vote to extend by 30 days a benefits program for the unemployed. As a result of Bunning’s actions, many of those benefits expired yesterday.
Hoyer: PAYGO Is Key To Economic Recovery
Benny Martinez – University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Mar 01, 2010
House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) said Monday that following the rules of PAYGO is crucial to keeping the U.S. from falling even further into debt.
Legislative Update
Laura Smith
Santa Fe, Mar 01, 2010
A budget compromised is reached.
Paul J. Gessing: Still time to salvage 2010 state budget
Paul J. Gessing for Silver City Sun News
Silver City, Mar 01, 2010
After 30 days in Santa Fe, the one thing the Legislature was charged with doing - passing a balanced budget - was left undone. It wasn't entirely their fault. Gov. Richardson hit them with a long list of non-budget proposals - everything from gay marriage to embryonic stem cell research. They became distracted and failed to address the difficult and critical task of closing the state's $500- $600 million budget deficit.
U.S. Must Improve Credit Conditions For Small Businesses, Says Treasury Official
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Feb 26, 2010
Assistant Treasury Secretary for Financial Stability Herbert Allison said that there have been tightening credit standards for small businesses. He insists that the U.S. must improve small business credit conditions. (0:24)
Debate Opens Over Who Should Lend TARP Funds To Small Businesses
Monique Cala University of New Mexico/ Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Feb 26, 2010
Rep. Nydia Velazquez, (D-N.Y.), who heads the Committee on Small Business, proposed that $30 billion from the Trouble Asset Relief Program that was supposed to go to banks to help with small business lending, go directly to the Small Business Administration instead.
Biden: Administration Wants To Help Americans Retire
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Feb 26, 2010
Vice President Joe Biden says that the administration is for simplifying and expanding the savers credit, which will match retirement savings. He says that the American people need to be put into positions where they can retire with confidence and not be dependent. (0:26)
Biden: Doctors Could See 21 Percent Pay Cut Without Medicare Changes
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Feb 26, 2010
Vice President Joe Biden says that without necessary changes to Medicare, doctors could see a 21 percent pay cut. (0:37)
Biden Takes Jab At Bunning
Sofia Sanchez- University of New Mexico/ Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Feb 26, 2010
Vice President Joe Biden managed to take a jab Friday at Republican Senator Jim Bunning (R-Ky.), who recently acted to block a Democratic move to extend unemployment insurance.
Pelosi: Dems, GOP Not Seeing Eye To Eye After Summit
Benny Martinez – University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Feb 26, 2010
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) emphasized Friday that there are still many issues that Democrat and GOP members do not see eye to eye on.
Health Care Bill Would Resemble “Swiss Cheese” Following Reconciliation, Says Policy Analyst
University of New Mexico/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Feb 26, 2010
Director of Center for Health Policies Studies at the Heritage Foundation Robert Moffit, says that if the Democrats try to pass a health care bill through budget reconciliation there will be so much left out that the bill will look like “Swiss cheese.” (0:15)
No Solution Coming Out Of Health Care Summit, Claims Policy Analyst
Laurel Brishel Prichard University of New Mexico/ Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Feb 26, 2010
According to Robert Moffit, Director of Health Care Policy at the Heritage Foundation, Thursday’s White House hosted health care summit did not progress the ongoing debate over health care reform.
Udall, Bingaman Talk Recovery Act Funds in NM
Benny Martinez
Washington, DC, Feb 25, 2010
$11.2 billion in Recovery Act funds to increase broadband connection in the state is discussed by Senators Udall and Bingaman by telephone conference. (1:38)
Gary Johnson at the CPAC
Laurel Brishel Prichard, UNM/Talk Radio News Service
Washington, DC, Feb 25, 2010
Former NM Governor Gary Johnson speaks at the Conservative Political Action Conference about curtailing the war on drugs. (1:24)
Legislative Update
Laura Smith
Santa Fe, Feb 18, 2010
End of this Legislative session
Legislative Update
Travis Martinez
Santa Fe, Feb 17, 2010
Budget crisis at the Roundhouse
Legislative Update (CORRECTION)
Laura Smith
Santa Fe, Feb 16, 2010
Lottery scholarship may be expanded for Native American students
House Ethics
Leah Valencia
Santa Fe, Feb 15, 2010
House attempts to reconcile ethics legislation
Interlock Devices Fine Increase
Leah Valencia
Santa Fe, Feb 12, 2010
Legislative Update
Laura Smith
Santa Fe, Feb 11, 2010
Rep. Gianini's "sweet tooth" tax discussed
Legislative Update
Travis Martinez
Santa Fe, Feb 10, 2010
CORRECTED update regarding DWI legislation.
Legislative Update
Laura Smith
Santa Fe, Feb 09, 2010
Senate Memorial regarding allowing radio and TV broadcast that would satisfy legal notice requirements.
Legislative Update
Leah Valencia
Santa Fe, Feb 08, 2010
Tax-Increment Development Bills discussed for Las Cruces
Legislative Update
Laura Smith
Santa Fe, Feb 05, 2010
Taxes and the NM film industry
Las Crucens get their say
GABRIEL VASQUEZ, The Las Cruces Bulletin
Las Cruces, Feb 05, 2010
More than 200 delegates – a mix of business owners, local and regional legislators and philanthropists – traveled to the state’s capital Saturday, Jan. 30, through Monday, Feb. 1, to lobby for local projects and issues as part of an annual event put on by the Greater Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce.
CORRECTION: Whistleblowers Act
Laura Smith
Santa Fe, Feb 04, 2010
NM Legislture Interview -- in Spanish
Lorena Sanchez
Santa Fe, Feb 03, 2010
Interview with Legislator Ortiz Pino in Spanish
News Update from the NM Legislature
Julie La Jeunnesse
Santa fE, Feb 03, 2010
Legislative Update
Laura Smith
Santa Fe, Feb 02, 2010
Focus on domestic violence legislation with Senator Cisco McSorley.
Bill would offer more online access to Legislature
Kate Nash: The Santa Fe New Mexican
Santa Fe, Feb 02, 2010
Residents who want to know more about state government’s pocketbook, its power players and public meetings would have an easier time accessing information online under a series of measures introduced so far this session.
Long debate stalls NM natural resources bill
SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN, Business Week
Santa Fe, Feb 02, 2010
Opponents are lining up against a New Mexico bill that would allow the state natural resources trustee to pursue damages from polluters who have compromised groundwater or other natural resources.
Legislative Update
Travis Martinez
Santa Fe, Feb 01, 2010
With budget considerations, the House Rules Committee looks to repeal the "Pit" rule.
Legislative Update
Leah Valenca
Santa Fe, Jan 29, 2010
Domestic Violence
Legislative Update
Julianne LaJeunesse
Santa Fe, Jan 27, 2010
State lawmakers weigh distracted driver laws
Legislative Update
Laura Smith
Santa Fe, Jan 26, 2010
Legislative update for Tuesday, January 26. House Education Committee will be hearing from the state's superintendents about money they can expect.
Legislative Update
Leah Valencia
Santa Fe, Jan 25, 2010
Legislative update for Monday, January 25 highlighting UNM Day at the Legislature.
Legislative Update for Monday, January 25, 2010
Leah Valencia
Santa Fe, Jan 22, 2010
Recap of the first week as well as an interview with Chaves County Representative Keith Gardner.
Legislative Update
Laura Smith
Santa Fe, Jan 21, 2010
Lawmakers look for new revenue streams, including cutting benefits to the state's lucrative film industry.
Legislative Update
Travis Martinez, UNM/NMBA
Santa Fe, Jan 20, 2010
Latest word from the Roundhouse covering events of the second day of the session.
Legislative Update
Laura Smith
Santa Fe, Jan 19, 2010
Overview of the State of the State Address and the first day of the legislative session.
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