Gas tax hike proposed for state road projects in New Mexico
Democratic Rep. Roberto Gonzales proposes raising the gasoline tax to 22 cents through 2024 and diesel to 26 cents, enabling up to $300 million in bonds for 10 highway projects including I-25 and US 70 upgrades in Las Cruces. He cites highway needs vs. revenue but faces veto risk from Gov. Susana Martinez.
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House Transportation and Public Works Committee
Roberto “Bobby” Gonzales
Taos
New Mexico
Fundraiser Planned for Home Invasion Victim Saturday
Community organizers will hold a fundraiser on February 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the west side of Peter Piper Pizza to aid a victim of a January 4 home invasion, burglary, and brutal rape on Pecan Drive. Proceeds support medical costs and replacement items, with bake sale and T shirt sales by local group Revolution EYES.
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Pecan Drive
Peter Piper Pizza
N. Main St
Nicole Vargas
Angel Guevara
N.M. Revolution Eyes
Revolution
Vargas
House Republicans debate immigration at Maryland retreat
At a two day retreat on the Choptank River GOP leaders circulated an outline for immigration legislation. The plan proposes a pathway to legal status after taxes and fines with no citizenship carve out for all, while allowing some young arrivals to pursue citizenship if eligible.
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Cambridge
Choptank
Maryland
John Boehner
The
U.S
Denver Mayor Threatens Quirky Super Bowl Bet
Denver Mayor Michael Hancock promises a playful wager with Seattle on the Super Bowl, offering handmade skis a hoodie and a sample of Denver green chile. The idea sparks New Mexico chatter as officials reinforce the state's chili pride amid social media posts about pepper heritage and a state question on red or green.
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Albuquerque
Seattle
Denver
New Mexico
Seahawks
Michael Hancock
Mile High
Chile
Huckabee Plans Bridges if Re-elected in Roswell Ward 1
Councilor Dusty Huckabee seeks a second term in Ward 1 challenging Natasha N. Mackey. He recalls downtown Roswell memories and aims to boost art and parks, including L J Reischman Park upgrade funded at 100000 dollars for a gathering space and outdoor events. He chairs the Parks and Recreation Committee and champions sports tourism with Gus Makcer tournaments and local events.
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Huckabee
Dusty Huckabee
Roswell
L.J. Reischman Park
Gus Macker
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San Bar Construction
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Katie Goetz
New Mexico Department of Agriculture
Hello Deli
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Harold Hobson
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