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

Associations Now

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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Internet Association Hires New Head Lobbyist In California

InternetAssociation

He will report directly to IA’s Senior Vice President of State Government Affairs, Robert Callahan. from University of New Mexico, and a J.D. 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.

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Conference Circuit: American Archaeology

Associations Now

The Society for American Archaeology’s 84th Annual Meeting begins next week in New Mexico. City: Albuquerque, New Mexico. The goal of this fast-paced competition is to inspire new teaching ideas for both new and seasoned archaeology teachers. Rundown Attendees: 4,500 plus. Education Sessions: 275.

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Association Supply Chain Advocacy

Potomac Core

Recently, the Soft Drink Industry faced an onslaught of proposed Soda Taxes in Santa Fe , New Mexico and in Cook County , Illinois. An impressive advocacy strategy by the American Beverage Association helped the Industry beat back local efforts to impose new taxes that would have been harmful.

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Monday Buzz: Is Joining Easy?

Associations Now

The New York Times reports that advertisers like Hefty and Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey have used the idea of people being sick of the election as a way to stand out in the market. The sound of silence: During a recent trip to New Mexico, author and consultant Adrian Segar didn’t talk for five days.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 10.1.21

Reid All About it

I’m on vacation next week—hiking in the Santa Fe area of New Mexico—so this Brain Food covers all the events I could find (and that came my way) for the next two weeks. Key Insights From The 13th Annual Membership Marketing Benchmark Report. The weekly list of free educational events and resources for the association community….

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 10.29.21

Reid All About it

Leading Learning released The Virtual Conferences Report 2021. Here are a few tidbits: 1% of participants report that registrations for their virtual conference either met or exceeded expectations. The report covers much more, including what self-described successful organizations are more likely to do. Thu 11/4 at 2 p.m. –

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