Top 10 signs New Mexico’s oil and gas industry won’t save our state budget
Fact Sheet New Mexico's oil and gas industry is hurting -- and it's not just because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Overproduction and changes in the marketplace have set the industry on a financial decline that began a decade ago. (State-level data on changes to oil and gas production)
124,000 New Mexicans could miss out on federal stimulus payments
Fact Sheet The stimulus checks that went out as part of the federal COVID-19 relief can have a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families most impacted by the pandemic, providing money to help them pay bills, cover necessary expenses, and pay for the things they need most right now. The money would also give state and local economies a much-needed boost.
Policy, Advocacy, and Child Well-being In New Mexico:
Presentation Created for the NM Public Health Association's annual conference, this presentation looks at the intersection of state tax and budget policies with social determinants of health. It gives examples of evidence-based policy solutions that promote racial justice and some tips on how to participate in policy and budget decisions that improve outcomes for kids. (State-level data on some impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic)
Time for NMOGA to walk the talk on climate and health
The article’s revelations are at once shocking and not surprising, with lobbyists who have spent years fighting against regulations to reduce methane waste and pollution admitting the problem is real. And if you suspected the industry is more concerned about its image than protecting your health, you’re right. Its answer to out-of-control methane emissions? More image polishing and public relations advertising.
Statement: Two Bills Introduced in U.S. Senate Would Benefit NM
"Senator Bennet’s two bills are a good step towards holding oil and gas companies accountable for pollution created during the extraction of oil and gas. They will also make sure we don’t find ourselves in this situation again."
Census: Poverty Was on the Decline in Pre-Pandemic New Mexico
“While it’s always great to see improvement, we know that the COVID-19 pandemic has likely wiped these gains away for many New Mexicans. We know that the pandemic hasn’t hit every New Mexican in the same way.”