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 significant achievements in disrupting criminal organizations across...
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Governor announces judicial appointment of Bryan Fox
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 Gerard J. Lavelle. Fox is a welcome addition to the family court bench with...
Gov. Lujan Grisham releases FY26 budget recommendation – Fiscally responsible spending plan balances past, future investments
SANTA FE – Today, 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 health care, child well-being and infrastructure across New Mexico. The budget...
Governor mourns passing of former U.S. Senator Fred Harris
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 longtime friend Fred Harris today. Sen. Harris was a towering presence in politics...
$5.4 million awarded for rural health care in New Mexico – Funding will expand maternal, behavioral, and primary health services
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that four rural health care organizations will receive a combined $5.4 million from the Rural Health Care Delivery Fund to bring health services closer to New Mexicans in underserved areas. The announcement, made...
Patrick Allen steps down as Secretary of Health – Gina DeBlassie will serve as interim cabinet secretary
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that Patrick M. Allen, secretary of the New Mexico Department of Health will step down from his position at the end of the day. Allen has served in the administration for approximately two years. “Pat has been a...
New Mexico agencies announce $4.7M in beautification grants – State pushes ‘Breaking Bad Habits’ and showcase natural beauty
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 that aim to make New Mexico cleaner, greener and more beautiful. The funding initiative...
Governor appoints Steve Graham as New Mexico Film Office director
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Steve Graham as the new division director of the New Mexico Film Office. Graham begins work today. “Steve Graham is a native New Mexican whose deep roots and extensive background in film and television production...
Governor issues statement on Veterans Day
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday issued the following statement in honor of Veterans Day: “Today, we honor the tremendous sacrifice and commitment of New Mexico’s veterans who have proudly served both our state and nation. Numbering more than 140,000,...
Governor declares emergency in response to winter storm
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 storm blanketing much of New Mexico. “This declaration gives the state more...