SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced during a press conference on Monday the significant results of crime-fighting efforts that have been made since declaring gun violence a public health emergency in September. “The data tells us that the public health...
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Governor announces 45 additional awardees of Rural Health Care Delivery Fund – Total of $80 million granted to rural health care organizations
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the final recipients of funding through the $80 million Rural Health Care Delivery Fund created earlier this year. "The Rural Health Care Delivery Fund is making sure that no matter what part of New Mexico you...
Gov. Lujan Grisham to establish first-of-its-kind Strategic Water Supply – $500 million investment will leverage advanced market commitments
DUBAI — At the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced a first-of-its-kind strategic water supply to increase drought resilience and advance clean energy production and storage. The strategic water supply will support...
Gov. Lujan Grisham joins Biden administration officials in announcing final federal oil and gas emissions rules – New Mexico’s regulations serve as cornerstone for federal rule
DUBAI — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S. Regan and White House National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi in announcing the final federal rules that will reduce emissions from the oil and gas industry....
SATURDAY IN DUBAI: At COP28, EPA Administrator Regan, White House National Climate Advisor Zaidi to Announce Biden-Harris Administration’s Latest Actions to Reduce Methane Emissions
White House, EPA to be joined by New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, Environmental Defense Fund President Fred Krupp to discuss final rule that will prevent pollution, boost innovation, and advance cutting-edge technologies Contact: EPA Press Office...
Governor announces $40 million to local and tribal governments for quality-of-life improvements
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Tuesday announced $40 million in awards to local entities to plan, design, furnish, equip, and construct regional recreational projects that contribute to the quality of life for New Mexicans. The Regional Recreation Centers...
Largest law enforcement class in state history graduates
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today announced the graduation of the largest class of law enforcement in state history. The police officers represented 30 city, county, tribal, university and state agencies. The 61 police cadets received their New Mexico...
Governor appoints Teresa Casados to lead Children, Youth, and Families Department
SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham appointed Teresa Casados to permanently lead the Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD). Casados served as interim secretary since April of this year. “Teresa Casados has left an indelible mark at CYFD over just a...
Independent study shows New Mexico’s emissions from oil and gas are HALF those of Texas’ industry
The nationally leading oil and gas regulations of the Lujan Grisham administration are having significant and positive impacts on greenhouse gas emissions from the industry. A study released last week by the environmental measurement and analysis firm Kayrros found...
Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources DepartmentSecretary Sarah Cottrell Propst to depart administration – Cottrell Propst leaves legacy of historic environmental progress and energy diversification
SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced the departure of New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) Secretary Sarah Cottrell Propst, who has played a crucial role in advancing the state's environmental, energy and economic...