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Top Stories of 2021 (#1)

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December 31, 2021 – Our top story of 2021 is no surprise as the COVID-19 pandemic continued to impact the lives of New Mexicans in countless ways. The Line opinion panelists discuss the state’s response to the pandemic from ongoing indoor mask mandates, to the rollout of vaccination efforts and the addition of vaccine mandates…

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COVID Relief Spending Squabble

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October 22, 2021 –The Line opinion panel shares legal perspective on the Governor’s power to unilaterally allocate federal COVID-19 relief funds. The state Treasurer says the Governor must consult the Legislature, but the Governor’s Office says legal precedent is on its side. A related case is headed to the courts in just a matter of…

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