KUNM’s Nash Jones Talks Pregnancy Worker Rights, Tobacco Products Act and Cannabis Legislation
Nash Jones of KUNM radio sits down with host Khalil Ekulona about a variety of topics under consideration in the current 30-day legislation. First is a breakdown of a bill that would ensure a variety of workplace protections for pregnant employees. Nash also discusses a measure that would raise the tobacco purchasing age from 18 to 21. This would bring State law in line with federal laws, which would allow local law officers to enforce the law. The Tobacco Products Act would also create a licensure system for tobacco manufacturers, including e-cigarettes. Lastly, he updates the status of legislation that would legalize recreational cannabis use in New Mexico.
This segment is part of the “Your New Mexico Government” Project (#YourNMgov), a collaboration between New Mexico PBS, KUNM Radio, and the Santa Fe Reporter. This endeavor is funded by the New Mexico Local Journalism Fund with public media support provided by the Thornburg Foundation.