Supreme Court scrutinizes DOMA in Windsor case
Justices weigh whether federal definition of marriage causes unequal treatment for same sex couples. Arguments hinge on states' police power over marriage and evolving public opinion since 1996. The Windsor case challenges Section 3 of DOMA as discriminatory while administration and plaintiffs emphasize shifting views on gay rights.
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New Mexico Livestock Board Probes Dexter Horse Case
The New Mexico Livestock Board continues investigating Sappington of Dexter for animal cruelty after a horse death. The inquiry is ongoing and information will be shared with the Chaves County District Attorney. Officials note the case hinges on whether euthanization was proper for consumption.
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New Mexico Gov signs openness and procurement bills
Governor signs laws expanding public notice for meetings and online agendas while excluding the Legislature and courts. The measures require draft agendas 72 hours and final agendas 36 hours before meetings for multi session groups, and online notices for sole source procurements with protest rights. The clawback provision targets economic development funds and adds suspension grounds for contractors.
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New Mexico Faces Federal Sequestration Hit Worth 26 Million
The sequestration cuts reduce Minerals year payments across states, with New Mexico losing about 26 million and Colorado 8.4 million while California faces 5.5 million less. Senate budget chair John Arthur Smith warns the 26 million may be only the start and notes 570 million in reserves to weather the storm. Spokesman Pat Etchart of the Interior Department says cuts are mandated and will also affect geothermal counties.
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Immigration overhaul eyed as border reform gains steam
Border agents at Nogales focus on the issue as top Republicans and Democrats back a broad immigration reform package. The plan would tighten border security, expand work visa access, raise employer verification standards, and shift toward skills over family ties. Leaders say the measure could be costly but self funded, with security before citizenship and a lengthy, comprehensive bill anticipated.
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