SANTA FE - Today, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy declared gun violence a public health crisis to raise awareness and offer recommendations. Gov. Lujan Grisham issued the following statement: The surgeon general’s declaration of a public health crisis to confront...
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Governor issues statement on 2nd anniversary of Dobbs decision
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement marking the second anniversary of the Supreme Court decision Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. “Two years after the Supreme Court took away women’s constitutional right to abortion and...
Governor issues statement on Las Vegas flooding
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement Monday on the flooding in northern New Mexico. “My administration is working with the City of Las Vegas to ensure its water treatment plant is fully operational in the aftermath of damaging...
Resources available for those impacted by South Fork and Salt fires – State disaster recovery center, 24/7 hotline available to help connect people to resources and answer questions
SANTA FE, NM – State, federal, local and county agencies are working together to provide resources to those impacted by the South Fork and Salt fires. A state Disaster Recovery Center is now open at the Roswell Convention Center and will remain open seven days a week...
Governor addresses Supreme Court decision upholding gun control law to protect domestic violence victims
SANTA FE – Today, the Supreme Court upheld a federal gun control law intended to protect victims of domestic violence, preserving national protections that reflect law already established in New Mexico. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed legislation in 2019 that...
Governor authorizes $5.25 million in emergency funds for relief efforts for the South Fork and Salt fires
SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed executive orders authorizing the release of $5.25 million in additional emergency funds for the Department of Homeland Security Management to support relief efforts for the ongoing South Fork and Salt fires in...
President Biden approves Major Disaster Declaration request for New Mexico
SANTA FE – Today, President Joe Biden granted Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s request for a Major Disaster Declaration for New Mexico, an action that will release federal funds to support recovery efforts for the ongoing South Fork Fire and Salt Fire. “I’m grateful to...
State launches Wildfire Dashboard for South Fork and Salt fires – Online community meeting scheduled for 5 p.m. today
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s office today announced the launch of a new Wildfire Dashboard, providing real-time updates and critical information on the South Fork and Salt fires. This dashboard is designed to keep residents informed and enhance public...
Governor requests Major Disaster Declaration for wildfires
SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham formally requested a Major Disaster Declaration from President Joseph R. Biden Jr. in response to the devastating South Fork Fire and Salt Fire, which began on June 17, 2024. The request highlights the urgent need for...
Governor declares state of emergency in Lincoln County and the Mescalero Apache Reservation due to wildfires
SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham declared a state of emergency in Lincoln County and the Mescalero Apache Reservation and deployed additional National Guard to the area in response to the devastating South Fork Fire and Salt Fires. These wildfires, which...