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Session’s End Draws Nigh

By Jeff Proctor February 13, 2026

“Mad dash” is an overused cliche, but it aptly describes the final stretch of a New Mexico legislative session — particularly the 30-day versions in even-numbered years. That’s precisely where…

Here’s to Partnership

By Jeff Proctor February 6, 2026

Last year, an envelope addressed to me arrived at NMPBS; its sender was not identified. I’ve received many such parcels in a 24-year journalism career, so I opened it with a mix of…

Reporting from the Roundhouse — Week 2 Edition

By Jeff Proctor January 30, 2026

Our crew was back at the state Capitol this week, as the hallways started to hum a little louder with lawmakers shifting into a higher gear for the session’s second…

The Roundhouse Gavels in for Lujan Grisham’s Final Regular Session

By Myah Wilmarth January 23, 2026

New Mexico lawmakers are in session, and that means New Mexico in Focus is heading to the Roundhouse weekly to help you follow along with what is and isn’t getting done.   It’s two-term Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s last regular session, and she’s got her…

Get Ready for the Roundhouse — and the Governor’s Final Regular Session

By Nash Jones January 20, 2026

Here we go! The 2026 New Mexico legislative session starts up on Tuesday. It’ll be a 30-day sprint with a focus on the budget. Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will kick…