Crime bills surge in New Mexico session amid high profile killings
Amid road rage and officer killings in Albuquerque area, lawmakers push dozens of crime bills to raise penalties for drunks and child abusers and expand life sentences for repeat violent offenders. Republicans forecast political advantage. Democrats urge measured reform and more treatment.
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Albuquerque lawmakers set tone for session on licenses and voting
Retired officers like Patricio Ruiloba back driver licenses for immigrants to aid police, while Rep Paul Pacheco resists adding officers to hate crime protections. Rep Sarah Maestas Barnes and Sen Mimi Stewart reintroduce solar tax credits. Rep Javier Martinez pushes automatic voter registration, pending House Senate action and a November referendum.
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