
Protecting Our Environment Through Public Policy
Our hundreds of grassroots environmental lobbyists are a key part of making real charge for our environment. Each winter we hold environmental lobby trainings throughout the state to familiarize the public with how the legislative process works. We help you communicate before and after the session with your legislator. And during the session we have a rapid response listserv and various in person environmental lobby days for those who want to be involved in the nitty-gritty of the law making.
Actions you can take
- Be informed – sign up for the legislative newsletter (see below)
- Be proactive – know your legislators and hone your lobbying skills
- Donate to the Rio Grande Chapter PAC
Roundhouse photo from Wikimedia Commons.
Recent legislative news
Environmental community praises budget increases for NMED, EMNRD, outdoor recreation

A coalition of environmental organizations praised efforts by the state legislature to increase funding levels for key agencies like the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED), the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD), including the State Parks Division, and the ... Read More
HB9 Climate Solutions Act Introduced

Community leaders across New Mexico today applauded the introduction of the Climate Solutions Act (HB 9), highlighting its science-based approach and focus on historically disadvantaged communities. They called on state legislators to protect public health and New Mexico’s air and ... Read More

The 2021 New Mexico Legislative session runs from January 19 through March 20. This post contains are summaries and links for some of our top priority bills ... Read More
See a list of priority bills for the current session that the Rio Grande Chapter is watching ... Read More