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SANTA FE - Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Manny Barreras as Cabinet Secretary of the Department of Information Technology (DoIT). With over 26 years of professional experience in sales and business development, including 22 years dedicated to technical sales, marketing management, and public relations, Barreras brings a wealth of expertise to the role. “Manny Barreras is an exceptional leader with a proven track record in driving innovative solutions and delivering critical communication systems for public safety,” said Gov. Lujan Grisham. “His extensive experience and deep understanding of the challenges facing state and local agencies make him the ideal person to lead the Department of Information Technology. I am confident...

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today issued the following statement on the passing of María Benítez, a legendary flamenco dancer and cultural ambassador for New Mexico: “María Benítez was incredibly important to New Mexico’s cultural landscape. Like so many New Mexicans, I grew up with her influence. My parents were eager to expose me to the arts, and María’s incredible talent and passion for flamenco in Santa Fe were unforgettable. I remember going to El Nido for dinner every weekend just to see her perform. She played a significant role in shaping New Mexico’s vibrant arts community, and today we see the impact through institutions like the New Mexico School for the Arts in Santa Fe, which continues to foster our commitment to...

LAS CRUCES - Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham joined state and local leaders to break ground on a new reproductive health clinic in Doña Ana County in southern New Mexico, reaffirming her administration’s commitment to protecting and expanding access to essential healthcare services, including abortion. The Center for Reproductive Health, funded in part by $10 million in capital improvement money secured by Lujan Grisham in 2022, will help meet a sharply increased demand for reproductive services following the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision. The new facility is a crucial component of New Mexico’s commitment to providing safe, comprehensive care to state residents and those who travel to New Mexico from other states, including neighboring Texas...

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today appointed Rob Black as Cabinet Secretary of the Economic Development Department, ushering in a bold new era of leadership at the agency charged with spurring private investment and growing new jobs New Mexico.    Black, a seasoned public policy and community relations expert with extensive experience in the private and public sectors, will assume the role September 16.  With more than 25 years of professional experience in New Mexico and California, Black has a demonstrated track record of driving economic growth, building coalitions, and managing large-scale projects. Most recently, he served as the president & CEO of the New Mexico Chamber of Commerce, where he led a statewide business...

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s administration and the U.S. Department of Energy have executed a Settlement Agreement to clean-up legacy radioactive wastes at Los Alamos National Laboratory, marking a historic moment in the fight to hold the federal government accountable for the toxic waste it left behind in the wake of nuclear weapons testing in New Mexico. The Settlement Agreement, executed on Aug. 30, and associated Compliance Order on Consent supersedes the contested 2016 agreement that failed to deliver meaningful clean-up of legacy radioactive waste. “Los Alamos National Laboratory is now fully accountable for cleaning up the radioactive waste legacy stemming from the Oppenheimer days,” said Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham....

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is proud to announce the launch of an unprecedented new state-funded workforce housing development funding program. The Opportunity Enterprise Housing Development Program is a $125 million fund that represents the single largest state investment in housing. It’s also the first such program focused on housing families that don’t qualify for traditional affordable housing programs, but still lack housing options. “A lack of housing supply is creating too many problems in our state, from growing unhoused populations to essential workers not being able to live in the communities where they work,” said Gov. Lujan Grisham. “This initiative is an important tool for creating more homes and options for New...

SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, alongside key members of the Governor’s Organized Crime Commission (OCC) and law enforcement leadership, unveiled the results of "Operation Disruption," a coordinated effort to combat human trafficking and organized crime in southern New Mexico. The operation, which took place over 12 days in August, resulted in significant disruptions to criminal networks and the rescue of numerous victims. This included: 91 people rescued by New Mexico State Police. 33 stash houses identified. 735 traffic stops conducted. 16 arrests made between Aug. 17 and Aug. 29. Nine people found in the desert including one female in a life-or-death situation, who is currently recovering. “Operation Disruption is a...

SANTA FE – New Mexico Public Education Department Secretary Arsenio Romero resigned today, effective immediately. Earlier this month, New Mexico State University officials announced that Romero is one of five finalists for the position of president of the university. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement following Romero’s resignation. “I appreciate Secretary Romero’s service to the New Mexico Public Education Department and the children of our state,” said Gov. Lujan Grisham. “I wish him the best in his future endeavors.” The governor and her staff will begin interviewing candidates to replace Romero as secretary of the New Mexico Public Education Department immediately.    Contact The Office of Governor...

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Elizabeth Anderson as State Engineer. Anderson, a highly respected water resources expert with over 25 years of experience in civil and environmental engineering, will assume the role immediately, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a strong commitment to advancing the state's water security initiatives. "I am pleased to appoint the first female, Elizabeth Anderson as New Mexico’s State Engineer," said Gov. Lujan Grisham. "Her extensive experience and dedication to water resource management make her the ideal leader to address the challenges posed by climate change and to implement our 50-Year Water Action Plan. Elizabeth’s proactive approach will ensure that New Mexico remains a leader...

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will attend the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this week and speak Tuesday evening on the issue of health care. The governor is a convention delegate and a former New Mexico Secretary of Health. Democrats are expected to officially nominate Vice President Kamala Harris as the party’s 2024 presidential candidate in Chicago this week. Also attending the convention are Lujan Grisham’s Chief-of-Staff Dan Schlegel, Deputy Chief Operating Officer Caroline Buerkle and Communications Director Michael Coleman. Travel costs for the governor and staff are paid for by Lujan Grisham’s political action committee. The governor will return to New Mexico on Friday.Contact The Office of Governor Michelle...