SANTA
FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will on Monday call the New Mexico
Legislature into special session to finalize and approve new legislative
district maps beginning at noon on Monday, December 6, as required once
each decade by the state constitution.
The
legislature will also during the session appropriate outstanding
American Rescue Plan Act funds to address the urgent needs of New
Mexicans in communities large and small.
“My
administration’s working relationship with the Legislature has been
incredibly productive, for the benefit of New Mexicans, for several
years now,” said Gov. Lujan Grisham.
“We have achieved a lot together, and we have a lot more to do. I am
sure that lawmakers will meet this moment and deliver this massively
important federal funding to New Mexicans in a strategic and meaningful
way.
“A
fundamental part of our American democracy is ensuring that all voters
are represented, and the redistricting effort will make sure that the
right of all New Mexicans to vote is complemented by fair representation
through their elected officials. I look forward to a productive
and collegial session and know lawmakers and legislative leadership will
as always carry out the people’s business thoughtfully and
respectfully, in a way that honors this important work.”