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With Partnership, Western Growers Adds a New Crop: The New Mexico Chile

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In joining a new partnership with Western Growers, the New Mexico Chile Association will gain additional support on policy issues. Thanks to a new partnership, New Mexico’s spicy chiles could get a little help in Washington, DC. Western Growers, meanwhile, benefits by adding another state to its member base.

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Association: Tighter Standards Needed for Elected New Mexico Sheriffs

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New Mexico has some previous experience solving the problem of underqualified officials. After several scandals involving the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission, a series of restrictions on who can hold the elected office of regulatory commissioner were signed into law. Almost anyone can be a sheriff in New Mexico.

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New Mexico Police Shooting Shows Void in Mental Health Care, Groups Say

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James Boyd’s death exposed a gap in New Mexico law, critics say. Most states have a variation of New York’s 1999 “Kendra’s Law.” Albuquerque’s version of the law was struck down in 2008 by the New Mexico Court of Appeals, but the recent shooting has led to new calls for a state law.

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Blockchain for Associations

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It also includes an extensive bibliography for those who wish to REALLY geek out.

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Conference Circuit: Happy Campers

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Close to 1,300 camp and youth-development professionals are headed to New Mexico for four full days of education, social and issue-based networking, and special events to help them create exceptional experiences for campers, counselors, families, and communities. City: Albuquerque, New Mexico. Researcher and author Dr.

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Conference Circuit: American Archaeology

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The Society for American Archaeology’s 84th Annual Meeting begins next week in New Mexico. City: Albuquerque, New Mexico. Rundown Attendees: 4,500 plus. Education Sessions: 275. Posters: 200. Attendance is expected to top 4,500. Organization: Society for American Archaeology. Conference: 84th Annual Meeting.

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Internet Association Hires New Head Lobbyist In California

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from University of New Mexico, and a J.D. The post Internet Association Hires New Head Lobbyist In California appeared first on Internet Association. Previously, Hoffman worked for Assembly Majority Leader Ian Calderon (D-Whittier), advising him on policy related to data privacy and consumer protection, among other issues.