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October 11, 2024 at 3:20 PM

Fall Updates

Dear Friend,    Can you believe it’s October already? We’re in the midst of Balloon Fiesta season, the holidays are right around the corner, and we’ve been working hard for everyone in NM-01. Here’s a recap of what our September looke…

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September 4, 2024 at 8:38 PM

That's a Wrap on the August Work Period!

Dear Friend,    The weather is finally starting to cool down and Autumn is right around the corner. The August district work period has also ended which means I’ll be back in D.C. next week. I’ve enjoyed being home, meeting so many pe…

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August 23, 2024 at 4:01 PM

August Work Period So Far!

Hello Friend,    It’s been a very busy August Work Month back home in NM-01! I’ve spent my time crisscrossing the district listening to you about what matters most in your lives and for your families. Here’s what we’ve been up to the pas…

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July 30, 2024 at 5:26 PM

July District Work Week Recap

Hello Friend,    Representing New Mexico’s 1st Congressional District is truly the honor of a lifetime.  I am proud to get up every day and work for New Mexicans, hear your stories, and ensure the First Congressional District thrives. …

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July 1, 2024 at 6:35 PM

June Recap

Hello Friend,    It has been a very busy past couple of weeks. I know the South Fork and Salt Fires have been at the top of everyone’s minds and resting heavy on our hearts. My fellow New Mexico Representatives Teresa Leger Fernandez an…

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June 6, 2024 at 6:36 PM

May District Work Week Recap

Hello Friend,    What an amazing District Work Week we had last week! It was so great seeing all of you out in the community. Here’s what I was up to while in the district:    Honoring Our Fallen Heroes …

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May 20, 2024 at 9:09 PM

May Updates

Hello Friend,    We’re almost halfway through the year, and what a busy time it’s been! I’m so grateful for the opportunity to represent you all in Congress, and I don’t take this duty lightly. Here’s what I’ve been up to:    Celebr…

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May 3, 2024 at 7:42 PM

Spring Updates

Hello Friend,    I hope you had a wonderful April filled with lots of sunshine. I’ve been hard at work splitting my time between New Mexico and D.C., working towards a better future for you all. Here’s a recap of some of the things I d…

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January 29, 2024 at 11:17 PM

Updates from the District

Dear Friend,  Each and every day I am incredibly proud to be your Congresswoman. Since day one, my work in Congress has been guided by New Mexicans who have shared their dreams, hopes, and priorities for our state. I cannot wait to keep…

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August 16, 2023 at 7:27 PM

That's a wrap on week 2 of District Work Period!

Dear Friend,   It's been an amazing week back home! We were honored to invite our communities to our Albuquerque Open House, hold community coffees in Corrales and Bosque Farms and so much more!      One year anniversary  …

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July 31, 2023 at 9:46 PM

Here's what I've been up to this summer!

Dear Friend,   The past few weeks have been extremely busy both at home in New Mexico and in the People’s House! From fighting for public lands, to improving our water infrastructure, to delivering crucial wins for our district — I am remi…

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July 31, 2023 at 9:39 PM

Coffee with your Congresswoman!

Hello Friends!   Please join me for "Coffee with your Congresswoman" on Tuesday Aug.1st from 10AM - 11:30AM at Fancies Bakery & Modern Market! I would love to meet you and hear about your questions and concerns. See you there! …

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June 8, 2023 at 3:18 PM

Griswold v Connecticut Anniversary

Dear John,   This week, we are marking the anniversary of the Supreme Court decision that opened the door for medical contraception—Griswold v. Connecticut. All these decades later, I continue to firmly believe that all people have a fund…

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June 2, 2023 at 5:43 PM

Happy Pride Month! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤

Dear John,   As we welcome the month of June, I want to wish you a happy, joyful, unapologetic, and life-affirming PRIDE!!!  ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤   This month, I look forward to celebrating pride and reaffirming every day the fight for a world in whi…

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March 31, 2023 at 7:16 PM

Putting People Over Polluters

Dear John,   Yesterday, House Republicans passed their number-one priority bill—legislation that would lease our public lands forever to the highest bidder, increase the federal deficit by billions of dollars, and raise energy utility cost…

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March 14, 2023 at 4:42 PM

Our Veterans Resource Fair this Saturday

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, I hope you’ll join me at my office’s Veterans Resource Fair this Saturday at 12:00 p.m. MT! My District Office is convening a Resource Fair to connect veterans in our community with important health care information fro…

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March 8, 2023 at 4:35 PM

Happy International Women's Day!

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, Happy Women's History Month! This month we are celebrating the immense contributions that women in New Mexico and across the country have made to our history, culture, and economy. This last year, in honor of Women’s His…

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March 2, 2023 at 5:19 PM

NOW OPEN - Community Funded Project Submissions

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, I am reaching out to let you know that my office is now accepting submissions for Community Funded Projects to be included in the FY2024 Budget! I hope you will consider submitting your project for consideration by Tues…

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February 23, 2023 at 6:14 PM

Hometown Heroes: Celebrating the Contributions of Black New Mexicans

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, This month and every month, we’re celebrating the contributions of Black New Mexicans across our communities and throughout history. Every day, I’m proud to work alongside so many phenomenal leaders and organizers here …

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February 23, 2023 at 4:47 PM

Hometown Heroes: Celebrating the Contributions of BLack New Mexicans

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, This month and every month, we’re celebrating the contributions of Black New Mexicans across our communities and throughout history. Every day, I’m proud to work alongside so many phenomenal leaders and organizers here …

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February 21, 2023 at 6:26 PM

Sign up for our Youth Summit!

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, Next week, our District Office will be hosting a Youth Summit, where we are convening local community organizations for young people across New Mexico’s First Congressional District. As someone who grew up in Albuquerq…

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February 8, 2023 at 9:57 PM

What Are Your Thoughts on the State of the Union?

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, Last night, I was honored to hear from President Biden during his State of the Union Address about the incredible economic progress we’ve made over the past two years to deliver for our families in New Mexico and across…

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February 2, 2023 at 5:39 PM

Defending Social Security

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, Eighty-two years ago this week, as our country was emerging from the Great Depression, the federal government did something that would change our society and our economy forever—we sent the first Social Security check t…

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January 27, 2023 at 5:29 PM

Addiction, Healing, and Serving our Communities

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, I want to take this opportunity to talk about something difficult that many of our families in New Mexico struggle with but don’t always talk about — and that is addiction.  Across New Mexico, countless families are str…

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January 13, 2023 at 5:40 PM

I Want To Hear From You

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, Happy New Year! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season. This last week, I was honored to take my Oath of Office for a second term and begin our work on behalf of our new District, which now stretches from Sandoval an…

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December 23, 2022 at 1:39 AM

HUGE budget wins for NM-01!

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, I’m excited to share some big news for our district! The Senate just voted to pass a Fiscal Year 2023 budget that delivers historic investments in our families, workers, and communities—and we're about to vote in the Ho…

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December 8, 2022 at 10:16 PM

This Week in 3 Photos

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend,   A lot has happened in Congress this week, and I thought I would try something a little different to give you an update! Here is this week fighting for New Mexicans in three photos:    This week, we passed the 2022 Wat…

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December 1, 2022 at 7:31 PM

Protecting Marriage Equality

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, This week, the Senate cast a hugely important vote to protect the right of every New Mexican to marry who they love. This past summer, I, like so many across the country, was shocked and appalled by the Supreme Court’s d…

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November 24, 2022 at 4:00 PM

A Day of Gratitude

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, Happy Thanksgiving! I hope that this message finds you safe, happy, and surrounded by the things you are most thankful for. Whether that is spending time with loved ones, enjoying our beautiful state, eating a meal, or …

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November 18, 2022 at 5:16 PM

Happy Birthday to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law! 🎉

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, One year ago this week, we made history. President Biden signed the largest investment in our nation’s infrastructure in generations into law. Today, I want to take a moment to celebrate all the important projects that …

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November 11, 2022 at 5:56 PM

Honoring Our Veterans

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, We would not have the democracy we have today if not for the efforts of the brave servicemembers who have put their lives on the line to defend our country. On Veterans Day, I hope you are able to take a moment to expre…

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November 8, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Voting Day

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend,  The core of any strong democracy is civic participation. In order to make your voice heard and make an impact on your local community, our state, and our country, don’t forget to go out and vote today! To help you navi…

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November 3, 2022 at 5:56 PM

A Few November Reminders

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend,  This week, I wanted to take a moment to remind all New Mexicans, and especially all Medicare recipients, to take advantage of this year’s health care Open Enrollment Period. Open Enrollment lasts from October 15th thro…

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October 27, 2022 at 5:30 PM

VP Harris’s Visit to ABQ

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend,   After the Supreme Court’s devastating decision to turn back the clock on our fundamental human rights, we’re continuing the fight for gender equality and our right to choose. The decision to overturn Roe v. Wade has j…

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October 25, 2022 at 4:15 PM

Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment Begins!

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend,   As the Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment period begins, I wanted to make sure you were aware of the monumental legislation we just passed in Congress to lower health care and prescription drug costs. The Inflation Re…

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October 14, 2022 at 3:48 PM

Hispanic Heritage Month

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend,  As we near the conclusion of Hispanic Heritage Month, it’s important to remember that we must continue to highlight the incredible contributions Hispano, Latino, and Chicano communities have made to New Mexico and our n…

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October 10, 2022 at 5:40 PM

On Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, Today we honor the cultures, traditions, and resilience of Indigenous peoples. In New Mexico, and across the United States, Pueblos, Tribes and nations have built vibrant and diverse cultures spanning countless generatio…

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October 6, 2022 at 10:20 PM

Improving Our Public Safety

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend,  As communities across our district are facing interconnected public safety crises, I wanted to update you on my work in Congress to secure key resources for New Mexicans. Albuquerque, like the nation, is facing rising c…

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September 30, 2022 at 4:55 PM

Major Wildfire Relief for New Mexicans

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, In April, New Mexicans came together to support our communities devastated by the largest wildfire in our state’s history—started by federal prescribed burns. Today, I voted to send over $2.5 billion to New Mexicans affec…

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September 22, 2022 at 5:21 PM

National Voter Registration Day

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, This week, our nation marked National Voter Registration Day, which encourages each person to make sure they are registered to vote. For those who still need to register, you can do so at: Voter Registration (state.nm.us…

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September 15, 2022 at 5:15 PM

Protecting our Federal Workers from Political Interference

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend,  Today, over 21,000 New Mexicans woke up and went to work for our federal government to serve our state and our nation. These civil servants are the cornerstone of how our government works - between distributing veterans…

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September 8, 2022 at 5:07 PM

I shouldn't be able to trade stocks

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, On Monday, we celebrated Labor Day and the continued fight for equity and fairness in the workplace – and I can’t think of a better time to renew my call to ban Members of Congress from trading stocks while in office.  A…

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September 1, 2022 at 10:20 PM

Check Out Our District Work Report!

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend,  This past month, I traveled across our beautiful district to connect with our communities. I heard from many of you and I was excited to share news of the bills we just passed in Congress. I was also honored to meet wit…

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August 29, 2022 at 3:20 PM

Sign Up for Our Virtual Town Hall on Wednesday!

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, On Wednesday, August 31st, at 7:00 p.m. Mountain Time, I’ll be holding a virtual town hall to hear from you about your concerns and priorities. I’ll also give some brief updates on our productive August District Work Per…

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August 26, 2022 at 4:21 PM

Continuing the work of women’s suffrage

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, Today, we celebrate the 102nd anniversary of the 19th Amendment, the day that women’s fundamental right to vote was enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. A century later, we continue the fight for gender equality and our fu…

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August 25, 2022 at 4:44 PM

HUGE News on Student Debt

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, Yesterday, President Biden announced that the federal government will be forgiving student loans up to $10,000 for borrowers earning less than $125,000 and up to $20,000 in student loan debt for Pell Grant recipients. Pr…

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August 18, 2022 at 9:00 PM

Stop by our Town Hall Tomorrow!

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend,   Tomorrow night, August 19th, at 6:00 p.m. Mountain Time, I’ll be holding an in-person Town Hall Listening Session to hear from you about your concerns and give you an update on the bills I just helped pass in Congress.…

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August 13, 2022 at 3:13 AM

BREAKING: We just passed the Inflation Reduction Act!

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, I have some huge news for New Mexico! Today, I just cast one of the most consequential votes for New Mexico’s families in generations. The Inflation Reduction Act, the largest investment in clean energy and climate actio…

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August 2, 2022 at 4:17 PM

Sign Up for Our Virtual Town Hall Tonight!

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, Tonight at 7:00 p.m. Mountain Time, I’ll be holding a virtual town hall on the bills I just passed in the House and what is going on in Congress right now.   Sign up for the telephone town hall by clicking here, or dial…

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July 30, 2022 at 2:45 AM

FOUR of my bills just passed the House! (updated link)

Open plain text version Open in browser Dear Friend, I wanted to send you a quick update that four of my bills have passed the House this week! These bills are absolutely crucial for New Mexico—and here are the details: The CHIPS Act. This week, Congress sent a big invest…

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