AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBLM Shake-Up: The U.S. Senate confirmed former New Mexico congressman Steve Pearce as the next Bureau of Land Management director in a party-line 46-43 vote, handing him control of about 245 million acres as Trump pushes faster mining and drilling and rolls back conservation plans. Water Watch: New Mexico lawmakers and agencies are moving ahead on brackish water—awarding $13 million to map, test, and treat salty underground supplies as the state braces for long-term freshwater shortfalls. Cost of Living: AAA says New Mexico gas prices are at their highest in nearly four years ahead of Memorial Day, with drivers feeling the pinch as global oil uncertainty keeps crude above $100 a barrel. Local Politics: In Los Alamos County, voters are weighing two incumbents for County Council—David Hampton and Steven Lynne—both framed as experienced, budget-minded stewards. AI in Schools: Santa Fe’s debate over AI in classrooms is heating up again, with districts using AI tools even as policies lag behind.
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