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Last update: 8 hours agoLocal Energy Policy: New Mexico’s neighbors are moving on electrification—Chaffee County commissioners just approved an “Electric Preferred” building code amendment in a 2-1 vote, aiming to push new homes toward all-electric construction. Community Clash Over Data Centers: In Socorro, a New Mexico Tech town hall turned into a standoff as residents opposed a proposed Green Data data center and massive solar array, with officials facing calls for transparency and even a potential moratorium. Courts vs. Child Welfare: The ACLU of New Mexico and Democratic lawmakers asked the state Supreme Court to pause a directive requiring newborn removals tied to prenatal alcohol/drug exposure, arguing it’s unlawful and lacks individualized review. Healthcare Workforce Fight: Across the country, New Mexico’s AGs are part of a widening lawsuit wave challenging federal student-loan limits for “professional degrees,” with healthcare access and staffing shortages at the center. Tech + Jobs in Albuquerque: Eden Pharmacy announced a $2.7M expansion to upgrade its compounding facility, targeting 45 high-paying jobs in the next two years. Culture: New Mexico music legend Al Hurricane Jr. has died at 66.
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