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Republican lawmakers are going all out to pass a bill that will slash Medicaid. This is life-threatening news for patients who rely on rural hospitals across America for care. That includes those in my district who depend on Carlsbad Medical Center, Socorro General Hospital and Mimbres Memorial Hospital — all of which stand to suffer most if this bill is allowed to pass.
All five members of New Mexico’s congressional delegation are urging the federal government to “quickly resolve” a decade-old lawsuit from Texas over water rights from the Rio Grande.
“In times of worsening drought and precipitation out of line with historical patterns, it is imperative that our communities, municipalities, farmers, ranchers, and businesses have as much clarity about their future water supplies as possible,” they wrote in a letter dated Thursday. They asked for the case to get across the finish line before the end of the year.
All five members of New Mexico’s congressional delegation are urging the federal government to “quickly resolve” a decade-old lawsuit from Texas over water rights from the Rio Grande.
“In times of worsening drought and precipitation out of line with historical patterns, it is imperative that our communities, municipalities, farmers, ranchers, and businesses have as much clarity about their future water supplies as possible,” they wrote in a letter dated Thursday. They asked for the case to get across the finish line before the end of the year.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – El martes 12 de noviembre de 2024, el representante estadounidense Gabe Vasquez (N.M.-02) votó a favor de la H.R.82, la Ley de Equidad en la Seguridad Social, que fortalece los beneficios de la Seguridad Social para los servidores públicos.
Vasquez entiende que quienes han trabajado duro no deben ser penalizados por mantener a sus familias. Es por eso que copatrocinó este proyecto de ley en su primer año en el cargo para abordar estos problemas.
Here is what New Mexico and Texas leaders are saying about Veterans Day and what service means.
U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, via X
“Today, we recognize the sacrifices and bravery of the men and women who have fought for our country. To each of our nation’s veterans, thank you for your service. Your dedication has protected our nation and upheld the values we cherish.”
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, Republican, via X
Incumbent Democrat Gabe Vasquez will retain his seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Unofficial results have Vasquez keeping his position in a four point lead over Yvette Harrell.
The advocacy group Protect Our Care is on a multi-state bus-tour lobbying for the protection and expansion of the Affordable Care Act, Medicare and Medicaid. During their stop in Las Cruces, Congressman Gabe Vasquez spoke in favor of the federal policies.
As the Director of New Mexico State University’s Military and Veterans Programs, I’ve worked with many veterans who have chosen to further their education. It’s been both a privilege and a challenge to hear their stories — how they’ve navigated the transition from military service to civilian life and how they’re working to build a better future for themselves and their families through higher education.
More than two dozen people from the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, Acoma, and Laguna Pueblos, touched by a legacy of radiation from uranium mining, rallied and chanted Sunday morning in Albuquerque with supporters, before starting the 28-hour drive to Washington D.C.
The group is expected to arrive in the nation’s capital Tuesday and leave Thursday. While there, they’ll march, perform prayers and ceremonies, hold a candlelight vigil and demonstrate on the steps of the Capitol this week.