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Governor Appoints Former State Senator Greg Nibert to PRC

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
January 1, 2025
SANTA FE - Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the appointment of former state Senator Greg Nibert to the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission for a six-year term beginning January 1,… Read More

Governor Mourns Passing of President Jimmy Carter

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
December 30, 2024
SANTA FE - New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today issued the following statement on the death of former President Jimmy Carter: Manny and I were saddened to learn of the passing of President… Read More

New Mexico Organized Crime Commission Reports Successes in 2024

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
December 23, 2024
SANTA FE - The New Mexico Organized Crime Commission created by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and led by Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman today released its annual report, highlighting… Read More

Governor Announces Judicial Appointment of Bryan Fox

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
December 19, 2024
SANTA FE - Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Thursday the appointment of Bryan Fox as a Second Judicial District Court judge. Fox’s appointment follows the retirement of the Honorable… Read More

Gov. Lujan Grisham Releases FY26 Budget Recommendation - Fiscally Responsible Spending Plan Balances Past, Future Investments

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
December 12, 2024
SANTA FE - On Dec 12, 2024, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham released a FY26 executive budget recommendation that builds on progress made during her first six years in office while boosting investments in… Read More

The End of an Era: DPNM Bids a Sad Farewell to Steve Pearce

December 10, 2024
Steve Pearce’s six-year tenure as Chair of the Republican Party of New Mexico unfortunately came to an end following officer elections at the New Mexico GOP’s State Central Committee… Read More

Governor Mourns Passing of Former U.S. Senator Fred Harris

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
November 23, 2024
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Saturday issued the following statement on the death of former U.S. Senator Fred Harris.“I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my… Read More

$5.4 Million Awarded For Rural Health Care In New Mexico - Funding Will Expand Maternal, Behavioral, And Primary Health Services

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
November 21, 2024
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Nov 21st, that four rural health care organizations will receive a combined $5.4 million from the Rural Health Care Delivery Fund to bring… Read More

Patrick Allen Steps Down as Secretary of Health - Gina Deblassie Will Serve as Interim Cabinet Secretary

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
November 20, 2024
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced on Nov 20th, that Patrick M. Allen, secretary of the New Mexico Department of Health will step down from his position at the end of the day.… Read More

New Mexico Agencies Announce $4.7M In Beautification Grants - State Pushes ‘Breaking Bad Habits’ And Showcase Natural Beauty

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
November 13, 2024
Santa Fe — Three state agencies—the Departments of Transportation, Tourism, and Environment—have collectively awarded $4.7 million in grants to 97 local entities, funding projects… Read More

Governor Appoints Steve Graham as New Mexico Film Office Director

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
November 12, 2024
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Steve Graham as the new division director of the New Mexico Film Office. Graham begins work on Nov 12th. “Steve Graham is a native… Read More

Governor Issues Statement on Veterans Day

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
November 11, 2024
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday issued the following statement in honor of Veterans Day:“On Nov 11th, we honor the tremendous sacrifice and commitment of New… Read More

Governor Declares Emergency In Response To Winter Storm

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
November 7, 2024
SANTA FE?– Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has issued two statewide emergency declarations this week that unlocks $1.5 million in state funding to support state agencies responding to the winter… Read More

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Statement on Tuesday’s Election

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
November 6, 2024
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham released the following statement on Wednesday, November 6:“While I am disappointed in the result of Tuesday’s presidential election and deeply… Read More

Biden-Harris Administration Approves Major Disaster Declaration Request For Chaves County Flooding

From: New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
November 1, 2024
SANTA FE -- On Nov 1st, the Biden-Harris Administration approved Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration for New Mexico, an action that will release federal funds… Read More