Legislature
The Line: Governor Says Furloughs Are Ahead
March 31, 2017 – Governor Susana Martinez stated recently that she may soon furlough some government employees. The governor claims that furloughs are necessary to address issues in the current budget year, but many lawmakers disagree. The Albuquerque Journal editorial board called on Governor Martinez this week to release the data she is using to…
Read MoreThe Line: Legislative Wrap Up
March 24, 2017 – This year’s 60-day legislative session wrapped up last weekend. What’s next? The governor says she will call lawmakers back for a special session to continue debating the state budget. And there are dozens of bills on the governor’s desk awaiting her signature or veto. Host Gene Grant and this week’s Line…
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