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Raising Alcohol Taxes Under Consideration

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09.23.22- Our panelists look ahead to the upcoming 2023 legislative session where some key lawmakers have already signaled a willingness to raise alcohol taxes statewide.   Host: Gene Grant Line Opinion Panelists:Dede Feldman, fmr. New Mexico State SenatorMerritt Allen, Vox Optima Public RelationsMartha Burk, political psychologist and author For More Information: Lawmakers say alcohol on…

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Your NM Government: Roundhouse Update | 3.18.21

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A late night/early morning helps push cannabis legalization legislation one step closer to the finish line. The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 5-4 to advance House Bill 12 to the full Senate just after 1:30am this morning. That was after hours of amendments and debate, which will no doubt foreshadow an epic showdown when and if…

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New Mexico in Focus is on hiatus as our team gears up for coverage of the general election; we'll be back with all new journalism in October.