New Mexico

AFT New Mexico: ‘I’m Just A Bill’

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2 years ago

January 20, 2024

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Courtesy AFT NM

BY WHITNEY HOLLAND
President, AFT NM
@unionwhitney

Even though we are only in the first week of the Legislative session and bills have not been debated extensively, we wanted to take a quick moment to review the path legislation in the New Mexico legislature in real life:

Bills can be introduced in either the House of Representatives or the State Senate, and sometimes duplicate bills will be introduced in both chambers. Generally, a bill will receive 1-3 committee hearings in the legislative chamber where the bill is introduced.

In a 30-day session, like this year, only bills which are budgetary in nature are germane (relevant to a subject under consideration). Additionally, the governor can send a “message” in support of a non-budgetary bill to add it to the list of legislation eligible to be considered in a budgetary year.

Once a bill passes its assigned committees, it will be heard by the full chamber where it was introduced. If that chamber’s majority votes “yes” on the legislation, it will then be sent to the other legislative chamber for consideration in committees and then by the full chamber before heading to the Governor for their signature or veto.

The legislative process, by design, is slow and there are many steps along the way to gather input and review to make the strongest laws possible. It is a tedious process, but it helps to have many viewpoints considered before enacting a new law.

Our union has had success in passing new laws – or modernizing existing laws – when we have worked with partners and stakeholders in the education community, labor community, or legislative community. We will partner with any organization or legislator who shares our values to advance our legislative goals and improve public education, healthcare, and New Mexico labor laws for the benefit of our members, profession, and community.

Thank you in advance for your advocacy, engagement, and support over the remainder of the 2024 Legislative Session! Follow AFT NM on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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New Mexico Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Day results for March 27, 2026

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10 hours ago

March 28, 2026

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The New Mexico Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.

Here’s a look at March 27, 2026, results for each game:

Mega Millions

13-27-28-41-62, Mega Ball: 16

Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.

Pick 3

Day: 8-1-8

Evening: 8-7-2

Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.

Pick 4

Evening: 0-8-5-6

Day: 2-0-6-0

Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.

Roadrunner Cash

09-15-26-30-34

Check Roadrunner Cash payouts and previous drawings here.

Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results

This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Las Cruces Sun-News editor. You can send feedback using this form.

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Gas prices rose this week in New Mexico. Here’s why

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22 hours ago

March 28, 2026

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Gas prices rose this week in New Mexico. Here’s why

Regional gas prices rose for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.60 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week’s price of $3.41 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Gas prices are jumping around because traders are trying to price in how long the Iran war will disrupt oil flows from the Middle East, on top of the usual spring run‑up in demand as driving season approaches. Markets are baking in higher risk and “additional volatility” but not a long-term shutdown, and prices could retreat if it becomes clear the tensions are short-lived, petroleum analyst Patrick De Haan said.

Analysts say another 20 to 30 cents a gallon is still likely in the weeks ahead.

The average fuel price in the Gulf Coast region rose about 107 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the region in the last year have been as low as $2.37 on Jan. 5, 2026, and as high as $3.60 on March 23, 2026.

A year ago, the average gas price in the Gulf Coast region was 31% lower at $2.74 per gallon.

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The average gas price in the United States last week was $3.96, making prices in the Gulf Coast region about 9.0% lower than the nation’s average. The average national gas price is higher than last week’s average of $3.72 per gallon.

The U.S. Energy Information Administration’s tally of prices in the Gulf Coast states includes Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico and Texas.

USA TODAY Co. is publishing localized versions of this story on its news sites across the country, generated with data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Please leave any feedback or corrections for this story here. This story was written by Ozge Terzioglu.

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Grass fire burning thousands of acres in Quay County

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1 day ago

March 27, 2026

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Grass fire burning thousands of acres in Quay County

QUAY COUNTY, N.M. – A grass fire has burned an estimated 1,000-2,000 acres near San Jon in Quay County.

Emergency crews say the Old 66 Fire is threatening structures, and remains 0% contained.

The New Mexico Forestry Division said crews discovered the fire at 12:30 p.m. Friday, March 27 east of San Jon, north of Interstate 40 in Quay County.

Smoke is visible from Interstate 40 and surrounding areas.

The fire is on private land and the cause remains under investigation.

State Road 469 is closed at Main Avenue. Officials said local residents should use caution and avoid the area.

Structures threatened include a wind farm to the southwest.

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