WASHINGTON, June 27 (TNSres) -- The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities issued the following federal budget report on June 26, 2024: A historically large share of the nation's wealth is concentrated in the hands of a few, a reality glaring in the housing sector. High-value homes in many parts of the country have grown even more valuable over the past several years while people with low incomes, especially renters, face ever-growing challenges affording housing. Further, since systemic inequi  more

SANTA FE, New Mexico, June 28 -- The New Mexico Department of Economic Development issued the following news release on June 27, 2024: New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) Acting Cabinet Secretary Mark Roper announced today that 11 organizations and local governments have been awarded grants from the LEADS program to further economic capacity across the state and create jobs. The Local Economic Assistance and Development Support (LEADS) initiative, targeted to local governments and  more

WASHINGTON, June 28 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service has issued a rule (50 CFR Part 17), published in the Federal Register on June 27, 2024, entitled "Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Threatened Status for the Suwannee Alligator Snapping Turtle with a Section 4(d) Rule." The rule was issued by Martha Williams, Director. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY: We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), determine threatened species status under t  more

WASHINGTON, June 27 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: Albuquerque, N.M. - This week, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) traveled across New Mexico to highlight federal investments for New Mexico communities. Senator Lujan began the trip meeting with local leaders in Quay and Union Counties. He also spoke at the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Energy Summit in Santa Fe and attended the Netflix Studios grand opening in Albuquerque. Senator Lujan met with   more

SANTA FE, New Mexico, June 27 -- Santa Fe County posted the following news: The New Mexico Association of Counties Clerk's Affiliate is pleased to announce its new bipartisan leadership slate for the upcoming term. This diverse group of leaders brings a balance of party representation and a blend of urban and rural perspectives, ensuring the continued success and integrity of the Clerk's Affiliate. Rosangela Ortiz has extensive elections experience in Santa Fe County, at the Election Assistanc  more

SANTA FE, New Mexico, June 27 -- The New Mexico Department of Economic Development issued the following news release: * * * State assists companies in hiring through job training reimbursement program * * * The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announced that it approved funding for up to $2.4M to assist companies in hiring and training New Mexico employees. The Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) approved this monthly allotment to nine New Mexico companies. The JTIP board   more

WHITTIER, California, June 28 -- Rio Hondo College issued the following news release: Rio Hondo College (RHC) student Hesma Valdes took an oath of office to officially begin her tenure as the student trustee for the 2024-25 academic year during the College's Board of Trustees meeting on June 12. Valdes said she is motivated by a passion for advocacy for students' basic needs and wellness, aiming to be a voice for her fellow RHC students and foster positive change on campus. Her primary focus i  more