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Tribal Sovereignty and the Clear Horizons Act

January 30, 2026
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1.30.26 – Among the changes in this year’s Clear Horizons bill is a requirement for the Environment Department to consult with potentially effected tribal governments before enacting new policies. Ahtza Dawn Chavez, executive director of NM Native Vote, spoke with Gwyneth about that addition, how it protects tribal sovereignty while still moving the state forward…

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Clear Horizons Act Aims to Reduce Pollution

January 30, 2026
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1.30.26 – Democratic state Sen. Mimi Stewart has been trying for years to codify climate goals set by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham back in 2017. Stewart tells correspondent Gwyneth Doland why this year’s bill, the Clear Horizons Act, might finally make its way to the governor’s desk.  Correspondent: Gwyneth Doland  Guest: NM Sen. Mimi Stewart, D-Albuquerque 

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