Asset forfeiture debate shifts toward local controls
The New Mexico debate over civil asset forfeiture moves to counties and municipalities as lawmakers and law enforcement weigh preserving local ordinances. Governor Martinez signed the reform after a unanimous legislative vote, while critics warn it undermines funding for police and public safety.
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Ruidoso
Zachary Cook
House
Senate
Department of Public Safety
Susana Martinez
Jack LeVick
New Mexico Sheriffs’ Association
LeVick
Las Cruces
Harry S. Connelly Jr
DPS
Steven Robert Allen
ACLU
Allen
Tax appeals reform urged to balance Colorado tax process
An editorial argues Senate Bill 279 would broaden due process for taxpayers in Colorado by allowing appeals without posting the full disputed amount or a double bond. It highlights Cindy Churchill case and notes Colorado ranks poorly in tax appeal procedures, urging passage to favor residents and businesses.
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Colorado
Senate
Cindy Churchill
Lakewood
Churchill
Department of Revenue
Council On State Taxation
House
Nuclear waste or assetValue in advance molten salt reactor plan
The author argues nuclear plant by products are raw materials with value and not waste. Most unused fuel (97 percent) remains at plant sites in water pools then concrete cask storage. Proposes using waste as fuel in a molten salt reactor and questions the need for an underground storage facility between Carlsbad and Hobbs NM.
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Power Plant
NPP
Carlsbad
Hobbs
Andrews County
West Texas
Shorter workouts beat inactivity according to new studies
Dear Reader: evidence shows even 15 minutes three times weekly yields health benefits. Regular light activity reduces disease risk and deaths, while long sedentary time raises risks. 150 minutes weekly remains ideal, but any activity beats none.
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Doctor K
Denmark
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Kral
Dr. K
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