Leger Fernández, Pingree Condemn Rushed Effort to Gut Tribal Consultation and Historic Preservation Protections
when it comes to preserving our shared history.” Background: On Friday, July 17, the Advisory Council on Historic
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July 16th, 2026Heinrich, Leger Fernández Lead New Mexico & Texas Democrats to Introduce Legislation Reversing Rate Cuts for Veterans’ Essential Homecare Services
cuts for veterans’ essential homecare services. For additional background on Heinrich’s efforts to support New Mexico veterans
July 11th, 2026NOW LAW: Housing Legislation Heinrich Cosponsored to Build More Housing & Lower Costs for New Mexico Families
Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee. For background on Heinrich’s actions to lower housing costs, address
Leger Fernández, Heinrich Introduce Bipartisan Defenders Of Bataan & Corregidor Congressional Gold Medal Act
full text of the bill is here . Background: On December 8, 1941, hours after the attack on Pearl
June 26th, 2026Heinrich, Leger Fernández Introduce Bipartisan Defenders of Bataan & Corregidor Congressional Gold Medal Act
full text of the bill is here . Background: On December 8, 1941, hours after the attack on Pearl
Luján, Kelly, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Remove Wildfire Fuel from New Mexico’s Forests
Kurt Dyroff, Co‑CEO, National Wild Turkey Federation. Background: The Hazardous Fuels Transportation Assistance program was established through
June 24th, 2026Heinrich Statement on Trump Blocking Legislation Passed by Congress to Build More Housing & Lower Costs for New Mexico Families
Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee. For background on Heinrich’s actions to lower housing costs, address
June 23rd, 2026Heinrich Criticizes Trump for Delaying Nominating Officials to Key Roles at DOI and DOE, Selecting Underqualified Candidates to Lead Agencies
neither he nor Mr. Hague appear to have background, training, or experience in the issue areas that they … dozen straightforward questions about the nominee’s background. It should not take nominees four months to provide
June 22nd, 2026Heinrich Announces Senate Passage of Legislation to Build More Housing & Lower Costs for New Mexico Families
Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee. For background on Heinrich’s actions to lower housing costs, address
Rep. Stansbury, Senator Heinrich Introduce Bill to Boost College Success
students of color and students from low-income backgrounds. We urge Congress and the president to enact this
James Beard Foundation Celebrates Senator Luján as 2026 Impact Award Honoree for National Leadership on Nutrition Programs
dreams are not limited by immigration status or background but are as achievable for our communities as they
June 12th, 2026Heinrich Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Designating June 12 as National Service and Conservation Corps Day
Corps Day. Every year, young adults from diverse backgrounds come together through our Corps programs to improve trails
Rep. Gabe Vasquez Introduces Careworker Visa Act to Address Childcare and Eldercare Worker Shortage, Bring Down Costs
been in the U.S. since 2024, pass a background check, and pay a $500 fee and all taxes … taxes and a $500 fee, and pass a background check. There are two legal pathways under the newly
Rep. Gabe Vasquez Supports Tribal Communities and Strengthening Public Safety with the BADGES Act
needs. Allowing the BIA to conduct its own background checks for law enforcement applicants to speed up hiring
June 4th, 2026Heinrich Releases Statement Ahead of Oil and Gas Lease Sale in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge on Friday, June 5. BACKGROUND Today, no oil company holds leases on the Coastal
Leger Fernández Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Public Safety in Indian Country Advances in Natural Resources Committee
Bureau of Indian Affairs to conduct its own background checks for law enforcement applicants to speed up hiring … protect their communities,” Leger Fernández said. “Right now, background checks can take up to nine months. People
May 20th, 2026Heinrich Demands Answers from Major Airlines on Fare & Fee Increases as Jet Fuel Costs Skyrocket Due to Trump’s Iran War
down if jet fuel costs decrease. For more background on Heinrich’s work to lower costs
May 20th, 2026VIDEO: Heinrich Leads Effort to Successfully Strike Trump’s Billion Dollar Ballroom from Republican’s Budget Bill
spent on a ridiculous vanity project.” BACKGROUND: Under Senate rules, provisions included in a budget reconciliation bill must
May 17th, 2026Heinrich Leads Effort in Successfully Striking GOP’s First Attempt to Fund $1 Billion for Trump’s Ballroom in Republican’s Budget Bill
families thrive and billionaires pay their fair share.” BACKGROUND: Under Senate rules, provisions included in a budget reconciliation
Senate Unanimously Passes Bipartisan Luján, Barrasso Suicide Lifeline Bill
Association of Public Safety Communications Officials International (APCO). Background : The 988 Lifeline Location Improvement Act would: Instruct
May 8th, 2026Heinrich Joins Grand Opening of New Saranam ADC Family Housing Development in Albuquerque
Rural Housing Service Reform Act. For additional background on Heinrich’s actions to lower housing costs, address homelessness
May 8th, 2026Heinrich Hosts Cost-of-Living Roundtable, Highlights How President Trump is Making Everyday Essentials More Expensive for New Mexico Families and Small Businesses
groceries and everyday essentials, click here . For background on Heinrich’s actions to lower housing costs, address homelessness
Heinrich, Young, Rounds, Booker Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Access to Artificial Intelligence Research
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill. Background on Heinrich’s leadership on AI: Heinrich is among
ICYMI: On MS NOW, Vasquez Highlights New American Immigration Plan to Fix Broken Immigration System
individuals that follow the rules, pass a background check, and pay a fee Improving pathways for those
NEW REPORT: Trump’s Tariffs Exacerbate New Mexico Housing Crisis
Rural Housing Service Reform Act. For additional background on Heinrich’s actions to lower housing costs, address homelessness … levied on food or agricultural products For additional background on Heinrich’s actions to lower costs and help