New Mexico considers paid family and medical leave bill
State Rep Christine Chandler defends H.R. 11 a paid leave plan funded by a 0.15 percent employer levy and 0.2 percent employee contribution. Supporters recount personal hardship while critics warn of costs and labor shortages for small businesses and rural farms. The bill aims to extend leave to six weeks with potential expansion to nine, arguing it helps workers meet health and family needs.
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RISD Board Set To Review Agenda Items At Six
RISD will meet at 6 p.m. in the Administrative and Educational Services Complex 300 N Kentucky Ave to approve agenda items. Topics include federal education department contingency planning, student privacy during inquiries by federal agencies, employee insurance for part time workers, and updates on the 2025 26 budget.
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New Mexico Ends Pass Through ICE Detention Deals
Lawmakers debate H R 9 to ban private immigrant detention contracts in New Mexico arguing counties act as shields for federal detentions. Critics warn of funding risks and job losses at Cibola County, Otero, and Torrance facilities while supporters insist the bill reduces ICE pressure and scrutiny.
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Fire prevention order issued by BLM Roswell office
The Bureau of Land Management warns of dangerous fire conditions and has issued a fire prevention order. Violators may face prosecution under applicable law or BLM regulation. For details contact the Roswell Field Office at 575 627 0272 or visit blm gov.
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Measles advisory details symptoms and transmission periods
The NMDO outlines measles timing from days before the rash to four days after onset, notes airborne virus persistence up to two hours in enclosed spaces after an infected person leaves, and lists symptoms starting with cough runny nose and eye redness followed by fever and rash starting on the head. It advises calling a doctor or emergency department first if fever and rash occur and provides the MNDOH Helpline number 1 833 796 8773 for more information.
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