New Mexico Real ID compliant after Gov. Martinez signature
Observer editorial lauds passage of House Bill 99 enabling Real ID compliant licenses and driving authorization cards for undocumented immigrants. The measure requires fingerprinting, background checks, and residency proof, while federal ID remains restricted to Real ID for some, preventing federal access without compliant documents.
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Susana Martinez
Paul Pacheco
Andy Nunez
House
Senate
New Mexico
Pacheco
New innovation labs hailed as county asset
Sandoval County and Dr. Rod Sanchez unveil the New Mexico Innovation Laboratory at Intel space with support from the Local Economic Assistance and Development Support grant. The program aims to give high school and college students hands on digital media experience, turning lab projects into business ideas and future careers in New Mexico.
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Sandoval County
Rod Sanchez
Commercial Real Estate Development Association
NAIDP
New Mexico Innovation Laboratory
Sanchez
New Mexico Economic Development Department
Intel
Espanola
University of New Mexico
New Mexico Highlands University
New Mexico
Remembering Agnes Mulhall and a council clash from the past
Roy Slezak recalls Agnes Mulhall, former Rio Rancho city councilor, recalling a contentious vote where Agnes voted No with a wink. He notes their long friendly rivalry, shared sessions, and his sense of loss after her passing. James Mulhall has now joined her in memory.
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James Mulhall
Agnes
Mulhall
Bari
James
Roy Slezak
Rio Rancho
City of Vision
Grand Canyon
District 4
Mark Scott
Residents back Rio Rancho road bond and charter amendments
Editor thanks Rio Rancho residents for turnout totaling nearly 10 percent voting yes on the general obligation bond for roads and supporting 10 of 11 charter amendments. Rio Rancho YESPAC remains a non partisan group promoting quality of life, inviting future help at rio rancho yes Gmail com.
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Ine Hs Iin Qentotoman
Rio Rancho
Riorancho
Gmail
City seeks to keep Rio Rancho residents safe
Dirk Knowles argues for red light cameras and vehicle seizure to deter drunk driving and running red lights, claiming constitutional limits against illegal acts do not justify endangering others. He supports city measures to fund safety and reduce taxes for law-abiding citizens.
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John'Sto
Rio Rancho
Voters spoke on mayor pay and a push to raise it persists
A column argues the mayor acts as ceremonial CEO while the city manager holds power under the charter. Despite ballots rejecting a pay rise, supporters pressed to boost the mayor’s pay through ordinance. The piece notes current increases, legal misstatements, and possible motives tied to upcoming mayoral ambitions.
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Erry Adan
Werio Rancho
Dawnn Robinson
Kerry Adams
Adams
Moratorium urged on new oil and gas drilling in county
Sandoval County residents call for an immediate moratorium on new oil and gas drilling to allow time for a protective ordinance. Public input would shape rules aimed at safeguarding the environment and residents from exploration and production hazards.
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Sandoval County
Oie
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