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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · 2d

KOB 4 breaks down the $125 million plan we passed in the Spcial Session to protect healthcare, food assistance, public broadcasting, and other vital services that the Trump administration and Republicans in Washington, D.C. placed on the chopping block.

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · 6d

Sine Die!

Together, we:
✔️Lowered healthcare costs as premiums are set to skyrocket 📈
✔️Increased food assistance for those in need🍎
✔️Stabilized rural healthcare providers at risk of closure🩺
✔️Protected vaccine access for families 💉
✔️Supported public broadcasting 📻

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · 7d

Without this Special Session, New Mexicans will see insurance premiums soar on the Exchange. We want New Mexicans to know, regardless of what happens in Washington, D.C., your state lawmakers are looking out for you.

www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_n...

State lawmakers convene to address cuts that will 'hit New Mexican families the hardest'

"While dysfunction in Washington, D.C., grinds the federal government to a complete halt," the House speaker said, the state is taking action.

www.santafenewmexican.com

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · 8d

President Trump’s steep cuts to Medicaid will hit our rural hospitals and clinics especially hard.

Tomorrow, October 1st, we’re headed into Special Session to protect access to healthcare and other critical services for New Mexico’s families.

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · 8d

In the wake of deep federal budget cuts and continued chaos and dysfunction from Republicans in Washington, D.C., your state lawmakers are heading into a Special Session to protect New Mexicans’ access to healthcare, food assistance, and other critical services.

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · 12d

As grocery prices rise, D.C. Republicans are cutting food benefits to give tax breaks to billionaires - making it harder for 450,000 New Mexicans to put food on their tables & eliminating benefits for 55,000.

On 10/1, we’re going into Special Session to protect critical services for New Mexicans.

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · 13d

This summer, Republicans in Washington, D.C. passed a bill that will kick families off health insurance & lead to higher prices and longer wait times for all of us.

On Oct. 1, we're going into Special Session to help protect your access to healthcare & other critical services.

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · 14d

“Rural health care providers disproportionately rely on Medicaid enrollees. They were already struggling…”

In the upcoming special session, New Mexico lawmakers will help stabilize our rural healthcare providers, so Trump’s reckless budget cuts don’t force them to close their doors.

Rural health clinics are starting to close, raising the political risks of Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ | CNN Politics

Two months after President Donald Trump signed his policy megabill into law, a Virginia health care company cited it when it announced the closure of three rural clinics serving tiny communities aroun...

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · 15d

First, they slashed food assistance programs to Americans in need to cut taxes for the ultra wealthy.

Then, they cancelled an annual federal report on hunger in the United States, so it wouldn’t show hunger increasing under their watch. 🤨

After cuts to food stamps, Trump administration ends government's annual report on hunger in America

The Trump administration is ending the federal government’s annual report on hunger in America, saying it had become “overly politicized″ and ”rife with inaccuracies.″ The decision comes two and a hal...

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · 23d

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month, New Mexico!

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · 28d

New Mexico House Democrats strongly condemn the senseless shooting in Utah today. Political violence has no place in our democracy.

New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Sep 8

The upcoming special session is about making sure New Mexico families can keep food on their tables and access healthcare, despite all the chaos and cruelty coming out of Washington, D.C.

New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Sep 1

Today and every day, your NM House Dems stand with the workers who power our state - from our chile fields and construction sites to our schools and hospitals, and everywhere in between.

We'll keep fighting to protect your rights and make life better for you and your family.

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Aug 22

This year House Democrats successfully pushed for historic, direct investments to expand access to affordable and transitional housing and help address homelessness.

Many of these new developments are slated to break ground soon.

Stay tuned for more news and updates! 🪏👷🏼‍♂️

New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Aug 20

Over $150 million is headed to targeted housing development and responses to homelessness in metro Albuquerque and Las Cruces, thanks to the leadership of legislators like Nathan Small, Meredith Dixon, & Speaker @javierfornm.bsky.social.

Stay tuned as these projects get off the ground!

NM Gov announces $120 million in recent housing funds to start reaching communities • Source New Mexico

New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced distribution of millions in funds passed by the Legislature for housing and homelessness

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Aug 19

Preliminary revenue projections show that while recent federal funding cuts are expected to reduce state revenues by up to $305 million in FY 2027, New Mexico’s overall outlook remains strong thanks to years of smart budgeting and thoughtful policymaking.

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Jul 10

Last week Republicans in Washington, D.C. passed their massive and deeply unpopular Big Betrayal Bill and President Trump signed it into law. So what’s next?

Your state lawmakers, like Rep. Nathan Small are digging into the details so we can prepare for the changes ahead & help protect our people.

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Jul 9

Our thoughts are with the entire community of Ruidoso and the families of those lost in the catastrophic flash flooding yesterday. Stay safe and follow the latest updates, including road conditions, at the link below.

Emergency Information — Village of Ruidoso Municipal Government

Stay informed and prepared with the latest emergency updates, resources, and alerts for the Village of Ruidoso. This page provides essential information and links to help you stay safe and connected.

www.ruidoso-nm.gov

New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Jul 8

We are taking key steps to modernize our state legislature, including supporting lawmakers to hire staff and open district offices to better serve constituents.

There are now over 20 district offices open across New Mexico.

Cates opens in-district office - nm.news

State Rep. Kathleen Cates said the June 18 grand opening at her legislative office was more than just another ribbon-cutting ceremony. Cates, who represents House of Representatives District 44, said ...

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Jul 4

Today, we celebrate our country's independence and the many liberties afforded by our democracy. Let’s continue our fight to uphold our values of equality, freedom & opportunity for all who call America home.

New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Jul 3

While Republicans in Washington D.C. betray their promises to the American people, your NM House Dems will continue to fight for New Mexico’s working families.

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NPR @npr.org · Jul 2

The GOP tax cut and spending bill passed by the Senate this week is expected to add trillions of dollars to the federal debt over the next decade. The savings would mostly go to top earners.

The GOP's massive bill would add trillions of dollars to the country's debt

The GOP tax cut and spending bill passed by the Senate this week is expected to add trillions of dollars to the federal debt over the next decade. The savings would mostly go to top earners.

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Jul 2

Key legislation now in effect includes:
🏠An integrated public safety package to reduce crime in our communities
👶🏽Independent oversight of CYFD
👩🏽‍🏫Increased teacher salaries & early childhood funding
❤️‍🩹A Medicaid Trust Fund
🗳️Automatic voter registration

In with the new: A look at New Mexico laws taking effect July 1 • Source New Mexico

Of the 160 new laws passed in the most recent legislative session, 41 of them take effect Tuesday, which marks the new fiscal year.

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Jul 1

No matter where you touch a spiderweb the whole thing shakes.🕸️

Dismantling Medicaid means kicking New Mexicans off their health insurance, closing rural hospitals, and increasing premiums and wait times for all.

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Jun 27

Trump is cutting New Mexico jobs so he can give bigger tax breaks to billionaires.

Read about the workforce cuts at Sandia National Lab: www.abqjournal.com/business/art...

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