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By Joshua Bowling | Senior Reporter

Good morning, everyone. It’s Wednesday, which means we’ve made it halfway through what’s been a jam-packed news week. Yesterday, economists warned state lawmakers that the program responsible for New Mexico’s status as the only state to not experience declining enrollment in its healthcare exchange will soon run out of money. We also caught up with U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) at an Albuquerque groundbreaking ceremony for Pacific Fusion, where he discussed the nation’s clean energy future. You’ll find stories about these issues and much more below and at sourcenm.com.

Economists warn New Mexico fund subsidizing healthcare costs will soon run out of money

Economists warn New Mexico fund subsidizing healthcare costs will soon run out of money

New Mexico’s effort to preserve healthcare for those who purchase insurance on the exchange may not be sustainable, according to projections released Aug. 25, 2026, by the Legislative Finance Committee.
US Sen. Heinrich joins former Google CEO to tout clean energy at Pacific Fusion’s NM groundbreaking

US Sen. Heinrich joins former Google CEO to tout clean energy at Pacific Fusion’s NM groundbreaking

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) told a crowd gathered in Albuquerque’s Mesa del Sol community Tuesday that they have a front-row seat to the “most scientifically exciting time in the history of planet Earth.”
Private sales among Indigenous homeowners could reduce tribal housing shortage, advocate says

Private sales among Indigenous homeowners could reduce tribal housing shortage, advocate says

An advocate for tribal homeownership told state lawmakers this week that establishing a private market on tribal lands could help address the long reservation waitlist for homes.
New Mexico Supreme Court announces new term

New Mexico Supreme Court announces new term

The New Mexico Supreme Court on Tuesday announced its 2026/2027 term begins on Sept. 4, 2026, with decisions rendered by July 15, 2027.
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