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Dems Make History in US House: Health Insurance Reform Passes 220-215
In an historic vote that ended at 11:14 PM Eastern Time, Democrats in the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 3962 by a margin of 220-215. Every Republican except one -- Rep.
Health care reform faces challenge in Senate
Two of three New Mexico congressmen voted Saturday to pass a landmark health care bill through the US House of Representatives.
Lawmakers Detail Obama's Pitch
In an odd coincidence, the House debate on Saturday to overhaul health care took place on the third anniversary of the 2006 election that gave Democrats majority control after 12 years of Republican dominance.
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Throughout New Mexico Veterans Services leaders and community organizers are making final preparations for the 1 day the entire nation stops to say thank you.
New Mexico House Delegation Voices Commitment To Improving Health And Wellness in Indian Country
There is so much going on in Washington with New Mexico's Congressional delegation that it's hard to keep up.
Reps. Teague, Lujan, Heinrich Voice Concerns with Energy Star Label Inaccuracies
Last week, Congressman Harry Teague lead a group of 30 House members, including Rep.
Interior Bill Includes $1 Million for Petroglyph National Monument
I know many people will be applauding this funding. A new federal law includes $1 million to acquire an additional 78 acres of land for Albuquerque's Petroglyph National Monument in the area known as the northern geologic window.
Rep. Martin Heinrich: Confident We Can Fix Our Broken Health Insurance System
Rep. Martin Heinrich joined Speaker Nancy Pelosi, House Democratic Leaders, Committee Chairs, Members of Congress, and Americans who are struggling under the current health care system on the West Front of the Capitol this morning to unveil H.R. 3962 , the Affordable Health Care for America Act.
10/28: Rep. Heinrich to Hold Tele-Town Hall with Seniors on Health...
Heinrich to Hold Tele-Town Hall with Seniors on Health Insurance Reform and Strengthening Medicare Rep.
Stimulus funds NM housing, energy projects
Money from the U.S. Department of the Treasury will go toward the construction of Artisan at Sawmill Village, a 60-unit, green housing complex in the heart of Albuquerque's Old Town.
Rep. Heinrich Amends Solar Tech Roadmap Act to Guarantee Public Input
Earlier today I posted about passage of H.R. 3585, the Solar Technology Roadmap Act, in the U.S. House by a vote of 310-106, and reported on Rep.
Heinrich works on health care bill
Congressman Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., is working to make sure Native Americans are covered in the health insurance reform bill.
Rep. Heinrich Helps Secure Inclusion of Indian Health Care in Insurance Reform Bill
This is a very big deal and has the potential to significantly improve health care for Native Americans in New Mexico and elsewhere.
Rep. Heinrich Gives Opening Remarks at HEARTH Act Hearing
Not bad for a freshman member of Congress -- or any member of Congress. Rep. Martin Heinrich delivered opening remarks this morning at the House Committee on Natural Resources' legislative hearing on H.R. 2523 , the Helping Expedite and Advance Responsible Tribal Homeownership Act, or the HEARTH Act.
WASHINGTON a ' Here's a look at how area members of Congress voted over the previous week.
Pearce exceeds Teague in quarterly campaign money
Republican Steve Pearce has raised a half million dollars for his bid to regain his former congressional seat, collecting more money than incumbent Democrat Harry Teague during the last quarter, according to the latest federal campaign finance reports.
Berry appoints White to public safety officer
Mayor-elect Richard Berry isn't wasting any time choosing a new team to lead the City of Albuquerque.
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The abortion rights group NARAL is urging its supporters to back four freshman House Democrats who are facing the prospect of tough re-elections next year.
Obamaa s Justice Department Not Moving As Fast As Hispanic Farmer Scam As On Black Farmer Scam
Hispanic farmers are suing over discrimination, the same as black farmers did in the notorious Pigford suit.
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