New Mexico News Plus
NMNP May 16, 2011
FEDERAL NEWS
Get the Facts: Raising the Debt Limit
As US Reaches Debt Limit, Geithner Implements Additional Extraordinary Measures to Allow Continued Funding of Government Obligations
“Failing to increase the debt limit would have catastrophic economic consequences. It would cause the government to default on its legal obligations – an unprecedented event in American history.”-U.S. Treasury
“Dump assets to trim debt?” Santa Fe New Mexican May 16, 2011
“Treasury To Tap Pensions” Albuquerque Journal May 16, 2011
“Treasury to tap pensions to fund gov’t” Las Cruces Sun News May 16, 2011"
Post-launch Briefing Scheduled
“During the 16-day mission, Endeavour and its crew will deliver the Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer (AMS) and spare parts including two S-band communications antennas, a high-pressure gas tank and additional spare parts for Dextre.”- NASA
“Endeavour ready for takeoff” Santa Fe New Mexican May 16, 2011
“500,000 Expected at Launch” Albuquerque Journal May 16, 2011
“Endeavour shuttle ready to go” Las Cruces Sun News May 16, 2011
“Endeavour set to lift off today” El Paso Times May 16, 2011
Lower Mississippi RFC
“THE RIVER AT BATON ROUGE THROUGH NEW ORLEANS WILL CREST SOONER THAN UPSTREAM LOCATIONS DUE TO MORGANZA SPILLWAY OPERATIONS...AFTER CRESTS, STAGES WILL REMAIN AT THE SAME LEVELS AND NEW ORLEANS WILL FLUCUATE NEAR FLOOD STAGE WHILE BONNET CARRE AND MORGANZA ARE OPERATED.”- NOAA
“Floodways open to save Baton Rouge, New Orleans” Santa Fe New Mexican May 16, 2011
“Residents Told To Get Out As River Creeps Closer” Albuquerque Journal May 16, 2011
“As water creeps closer, residents warned: Get out” Las Cruces Sun News May 16, 2011
“Spillway water creeps closer; residents warned: Get out” El Paso Times May 16, 2011
STATE NEWS
2009 New Mexico Energy Conservation Code
June 2, 2011 Public Hearing Notice
“You are invited to attend and express your opinion on these proposed rules changes. If you cannot attend the meeting, you may send your written comments to the Construction Industries Division, 2550 Cerrillos Road, P.O. Box 25101, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87504”-Cnstruction Industries Division
“Energy Efficiency Rules Targeted” Albuquerque Journal May 16, 2011
Preliminary Redistricting Information
“A Guide to State and Congressional Redistricting in New Mexico”- Legislative Council Service
“Changing Demographics To Stretch District” Albuquerque Journal May 16, 2011
NMNP May 13, 2011
FEDERAL NEWS
Oil and Gas Tax Incentives and Rising Energy Prices
“In fact, families will pay an average of about $825 more for gas this year than they did last year. And in rural areas like Montana, where people drive farther, the increase is more like $1,200 per household.”- Sen. Max Baucus
“Oil Hearing Provides Laughs” Albuquerque Journal May 13, 2011
“Obama leans on Congress to end Big Oil’s tax-break billions” El Paso Times May 13, 2011
“How oil industry saves $4.4B annually in taxes” Las Cruces Sun News May 13, 2011
Preliminary Inquiry concerning Senator John E. Ensign
“Justice To Investigate Ex-Senator” Albuquerque Journal May 13, 2011
“Senate Ethics Committee says Ensign broke the law” Las Cruces Sun News May 13, 2011
Public to have rare opportunity to tour Neutron Science Center
“Members of the public will have an unusual opportunity to tour the Los Alamos Neutron Science Center from 1 to 5 p.m. on Friday, May 20, 2011, as part of Rosenfest, a celebration of LANSCE founder Louis Rosen and the remarkable facility he conceived. In addition, Rosenfest organizers are offering a special tour time-slot for teachers and students beginning at 3:30 p.m. to accommodate school schedules.”-LANL
“LANL To Gove Tours of Its Proton Accelerator” Albuquerque Journal May 13, 2011
Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Update
Consumer Price Index Summary
“The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4 percent in April on a seasonally adjusted basis, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today.”-BLS
“Job gains could offset higher gas and food prices” Santa Fe New Mexican May 13, 2011
SUBCOMMITTEE ON NATIONAL PARKS HEARING
S.564: Valles Caldera National Preserve Management Act
“Valles Caldera board supports Park Service takeover” Santa Fe New Mexican May 13, 2011
“Valles Caldera bill gets hearing” Las Cruces Sun News May 13, 2011
STATE NEWS
New Mexico’s African American Legacy: Visible, Vital, Valuable
“Since the 1860s, African Americans have been a significant presence in our state. The exhibition, New Mexico's African American Legacy: Visible, Vital and Valuable, highlights the contributions of African Americans to New Mexico.”- Palace of the Governors
“Escaping the South” Albuquerque Journal May 13, 2011
NMNP May 11, 2011
FEDERAL NEWS
Fixing the Immigration System for America’s 21st Century Economy
“We are the first nation to be founded for the sake of an idea—the idea that each of us deserves the chance to shape our own destiny. That’s why centuries of pioneers and immigrants have risked everything to come here…The future is ours to win. But to get there, we cannot stand still.”- President Obama
“Obama: No plan on immigration will satisfy GOP” Santa Fe New Mexican May 11, 2011
“Obama Tackles Immigration Reform” Albuquerque Journal May 11, 2011
“Obama urges immigration reform” Las Cruces Sun News May 11, 2011
“President argues humane policy would aid economy” El Paso Times May 11, 2011
STATE NEWS
New Mexico Fire Information
“Wildfires evacuate 3 communities” Santa Fe New Mexican May 11, 2011
“6 Fires Burning Around State” Albuquerque Journal May 11, 2011
“Fires force residents to flee homes” Las Cruces Sun News May 11, 2011
NMNP May 12, 2011
FEDERAL NEWS
Health Reform in Action
“Medical Providers Say Plan Problamatic” Albuquerque Journal May 12, 2011
“Obama health plan dealt a setback” Las Cruces Sun News May 12, 2011
Bedbugs as Vectors for Drug-Resistant Bacteria
“Over the past 10 years in North America and western Europe, a resurgence of bedbugs (Cimex lectularius) has occurred (1). Although the basis for this resurgence is unclear, large bedbug infestations have been attributed to increased worldwide travel, altered insecticide management, and increased resistance to pesticides (2).”-CDC
“Bedbugs Carriers of ‘Super’ Germs” Albuquerque Journal May 12, 2011
LINCOLN NATIONAL FOREST CLOSES MAY 12
“Due to extreme fire conditions, Lincoln National Forest officials will close the forest to public access starting 8:00 a.m., May 12, 2011.”
“Fire Threat Shuts Lincoln” Albuquerque Journal May 12, 2011
STATE NEWS
Environment and Health Departments Issue Smoke Advisory
“(NMDOH) today issued a smoke advisory for areas of New Mexico affected by smoke from multiple wildfires in New Mexico, Arizona and Mexico.”
“State agencies issue air advisory” Albuquerque Journal May 12, 2011
“Wildfire surpasses 95 square miles” El Paso Times May 12, 2011
Voluntary Recall for 24oz White and Wheat Breads Purchased Prior to May 2, 2011
“Tri-State Bakery, L.L.C. of Amarillo, Texas is recalling 24 ounce white and wheat breads purchased prior to May 2, 2011 because they may contain undeclared soy flour, soy lecithin, and milk. These allergens are required to be listed on the package label for any products containing them.”
“Tri-State Bakery recalls breads” Albuquerque Journal May 12, 2011
NMNP May 10, 2011
FEDERAL NEWS
H.R.1505: National Security and Federal Lands Protection Act
S.803: Border Security Enforcement Act of 2011
“Border Bill Threatens Environment” Albuquerque Journal May 10, 2011