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Money & Influence 01.29.2023

Three Bills to Shed Light on lobbyist Activities, Compensation and Slow the Revolving Door used by Ex-Legislators

The public supports bills that would help level the playing field and reduce the influence of paid lobbyists on state government.

Common Cause New Mexico Outlines Good Government Priorities for 2023 Session

Modernizing the legislative process, with more staff, longer sessions and compensation for legislators is the top priority for Common Cause in the upcoming 60-day NM Legislative session.

Money & Influence 01.5.2023

UNM Study of Legislative Process Ranks NM Near Bottom in Professionalism

A new study by the University of New Mexico suggests longer legislative sessions, salaries and more staff

Money & Influence 06.29.2021

Sen. Luján Introduces Legislation to Bolster Transparency and Accountability in Elections

U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) introduced the Fair and Clear Campaign (FCC) Transparency Act to bolster transparency and accountability in political advertising. Senator Luján previously introduced the legislation in the House of Representatives during the 116th Congress.

Money & Influence 01.18.2021

COMMON CAUSE NEW MEXICO TO FOCUS ON PUBLIC FINANCING FOR DISTRICT COURT RACES, RANKED CHOICE VOTING IN 2021 SESSION

Common Cause has two major priorities for the 2021 legislative session: expanding public financing of judicial races and statewide ranked choice voting.

Money & Influence 03.31.2020

New Report Examines the Oil & Gas Industry’s Influence in New Mexico

$11.5 Million Spent from 2017-2020 to Wine-and-Dine Legislators, Influence Votes and Elect Friendly Candidates

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