AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBLM Power Shift: The U.S. Senate advanced former New Mexico Rep. Steve Pearce toward leading the Bureau of Land Management, a major move as the Trump administration cancels the Biden-era “Public Land Rule” that treated conservation as a core use alongside drilling, grazing, and recreation. Public Lands Policy: The BLM also formally scrapped the Conservation and Landscape Health Rule, arguing it added uncertainty and burdens—while conservation groups warn it tilts decisions toward development. Local Land Protection: Sen. Martin Heinrich and Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez unveiled federal legislation to protect the Caja Del Rio plateau west of Santa Fe from being “for sale.” Health & Risk: Hantavirus coverage continues after cruise-ship-related concerns, with federal officials saying spread risk is being tightly managed. Weather Watch: Near-record heat is building in New Mexico with limited storm chances midweek. Water & Health Access: New Mexico’s Health Care Authority is creating a rural support center to help providers handle billing and staffing strain.
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