Statements and posts
67 press releases and posts, newest first.
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Sent letter urging MLB to withdraw baseball game proposal from Grand Teton National Park.
“This week, I sent a letter to MLB Commissioner Manfred urging him to stand down on pursuing a baseball stadium in Grand Teton National Park. While I’m glad that he has listened and agreed not to pursue this Grand Teton National Park plan, I am concerned that MLB may still be considering other National Park locations.”
MLB Grand Teton National Park Game ProposalPublic Lands and Natural ResourcesAI-read
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Unveiled bipartisan bill to lower utility costs, create jobs, and require data centers to pay grid upgrade costs.
“For New Mexico, this deal could be transformational. New Mexico has proven itself to be a state full of opportunities to expand energy production and build big projects. SunZia is just one example – but it is not the only one. Other projects like Western Spirit, the Crossroads-Hobbs-Roadrunner Transmission Line, and…”
Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs ActEnergy Project PermittingAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to reform federal environmental review and permitting process.
“Today I wore a pin that was my dad’s 60-year IBEW pin, and it represents 60 years of him working for a local utility company to keep the lights on. Today in my home state of New Mexico there is a switchyard named after my dad, Pete Heinrich, and that switchyard is connected to the SunZia transmission line.”
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Heinrich voted against Ratepayer Protection Act, saying it lacks enforcement to make data centers pay.
“I’m pushing for legislation that will actually hold AI data centers accountable for their energy usage and lower electricity bills for Americans.”
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Heinrich and three colleagues introduced bipartisan bill reforming environmental review and permitting for energy projects.
“America is entering a new era of energy demand. We have an enormous opportunity to build big things again to meet this moment – to build more generation, expand our grid, create more jobs, lower energy costs, and make sure we have the energy we need to compete. It should not take decades to build the infrastructure our…”
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Outlined provisions of bipartisan energy and jobs legislation to deliver cheaper energy and economic growth.
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Secured Senate passage of bill transferring Albuquerque Indian School campus to Pueblos.
“Our legislation will help the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center expand its reach, create new economic opportunities, foster entrepreneurship, and help local small businesses grow. Now that our bill has passed the Senate, I urge Speaker Mike Johnson and House Leadership to take it up and pass it without delay. This…”
Albuquerque Indian School Campus TransferNative AmericansAI-read
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Heinrich, Vasquez Announce $10 Million to Rebuild Roads Outside of WIPP in Carlsbad
Announced $10 million in federal funding to repair roads serving the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant.
“Last appropriations cycle, I fought like hell to secure this funding – to get New Mexico more of the funding we deserve for our role in maintaining the nation’s only deep geologic repository for radioactive defense waste. I am extremely proud to have succeeded in delivering this $10 million to help rebuild the roads…”
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Heinrich Statement Commemorating National Public Lands Day
Criticized Trump administration's efforts to sell public lands and redirect funding from national parks.
“On this National Public Lands Day, go out and enjoy our public lands. Then share why they matter to you and continue to fight to protect these lands for future generations.”
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Stated permitting reform negotiations are ongoing and a deal is achievable with proper legislative deliberation.
“We are talking about major changes to how America builds energy and infrastructure. Getting that right has to matter more than election-year deadlines. We are committed to doing what’s needed to get this across the finish line in this Congress, and we look forward to working with the White House and our fellow Members…”
Energy Project PermittingAI-read
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Introduced bill to help school districts afford quality meals and address rising childhood hunger costs.
“New Mexico has shown that when we make healthy school meals available to every student, we give kids a better chance to focus, learn, and succeed. But schools across the country are facing a financial crisis, with the skyrocketing cost of food, equipment, and labor making it harder to put nutritious meals on the table.…”
EducationAI-read
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Heinrich Introduces Legislation to Support Investments to Build a More Resilient, Reliable Grid
Introduced bill creating 30% tax credit for electric transmission projects, potentially creating 1 million jobs.
“As our energy demand increases, we need to improve our grid infrastructure and invest in building more transmission lines that deliver on the promise of reliable, affordable, and clean power.”
EnergyAI-read
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Heinrich Joins Bipartisan Congressional Push to Stop Proposed Yosemite Land Transfer to Trump Donor
Joined bipartisan effort urging Interior Department to block Yosemite land transfer to Trump donor.
“cutting off our access to public lands and devastating state economies in the process, overwhelming state budgets and dismantling the systems that keep public lands running.”
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Heinrich Demands Trump Admin Immediately Halt Construction of Trump’s 250-Foot Arch
Led Senate colleagues in demanding Trump administration halt construction of 250-foot commemorative arch.
“Putting the President’s ego ahead of these memorials adds another stain on this administration’s legacy.”
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Demanded Interior Department explain $150 million spent on administrative leave.
“I write to request detailed information regarding the Department of the Interior’s (Department or DOI) misguided reductions in workforce under the deferred resignation program (DRP). It is clear from recent reporting that the Department’s downsizing was executed poorly and costly to taxpayers, to say nothing of its…”
Government SpendingAI-read
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Opposed Trump plan to sell Yosemite land, criticized GOP bills weakening energy standards and tribal protections.
“The LWCF exists to protect public lands and waters and expand recreational access nationwide for the public benefit, not to enrich private interests.”
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Objected to Ratepayer Protection Act; offered GRID Savings Act requiring data centers to pay for grid upgrades.
“When I open my electricity bill, and read to see how much I owe for the month, it doesn’t say I ‘may’ pay that amount. It doesn’t say I ‘should’ pay that amount. It’s not optional. Just like every other bill-paying American out there, I open that bill and I have to pay it. The same needs to be true for AI data centers.”
Ratepayer Protection ActEnergyAI-read
Mentions S. 5199
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Criticized Trump administration official for lying under oath about canceling energy project grants in non-Trump states.
“Ranking Member, thank you for the question. I do not oversee or participate in those decisions by the Department, but I'll be happy to take your question back for response by the Department.”
Energy Project PermittingAI-read
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Sen. Heinrich Statement Commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month
Released statement commemorating Hispanic Heritage Month and supporting Hispanic community rights.
“This month and every month, I’ll continue working to protect the programs New Mexicans rely on, fight back against the Trump administration’s attack on programs that benefit Hispanic and Latino children and businesses, lift up the successes of Hispanic innovators and leaders, and push for the policies that give every…”
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Toured educational facilities and secured $87.5 million for youth challenge academy programs.
EducationAI-read
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Heinrich, Luján Introduce Privileged Resolution Seeking Answers on West Bank Violence
Introduced resolution requiring State Department to report on violence against Americans in West Bank.
“The United States cannot look the other way when Americans are killed or when Palestinians are subjected to violence and displacement, and neither can Israel. We must send a clear message to the Trump administration and the Israeli government: New Mexicans will not stand by while U.S. citizens are killed by violent…”
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Heinrich Leads Fight to Protect State & Tribal Gaming Rights, Votes Against Advancing CLARITY Act
Voted against CLARITY Act to protect Tribal gaming rights and state regulatory authority.
“The legislation we voted on today undermines Tribal sovereignty and states’ police powers. And it directly threatens Tribes’ gaming revenues, which would mean less government services funding across Indian Country. That’s a lose-lose.”
Native AmericansAI-read
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Heinrich Statement on the 25th Anniversary of the September 11th Terrorist Attacks
Honored victims, first responders and service members on the 25th anniversary of September 11.
“Now, 25 years following the tragic events of September 11, 2001, we say again: We will never forget. We must always strive to carry the spirit of service, unity, and compassion we witnessed in New York, Virginia, and the skies above Pennsylvania on that day and across the country in the weeks that followed. And we will…”
September 11th Attacks 25th AnniversaryArmed Forces and National SecurityAI-read
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Toured hospital food pharmacy, attended solar facility ribbon cutting, urged protection of Roadless Rule.
“I got involved early in the conversation around universal pre-K and early childhood education in New Mexico because we need to invest in our greatest asset: the next generation.”
Roadless Rule Rescission OppositionPublic Lands and Natural ResourcesAI-read
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Secured $1 million for ballistics technology that helped solve Roswell murders.
“This is exactly why I fought to bring this technology to communities like Roswell.”
Crime and Law EnforcementAI-read
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Heinrich Celebrates First-Ever Permit Issued Under His Good Samaritan Mine Cleanup Law
Celebrated first permit issued under his Good Samaritan mine cleanup law.
“This is a landmark moment — and proof that our Good Samaritan law is working. After more than 25 years of hard work to break down the legal barriers standing in the way of abandoned mine cleanup, we are finally seeing volunteers get to work restoring polluted lands and waters without taking on liability for…”
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Released report detailing how Trump's Iran war depletes oil reserves and raises gas prices.
“Instead of tackling rising energy prices or ending his war in Iran, President Trump is irresponsibly draining our fuel reserves. That's making things worse, not better. And working families could be forced to pay more at the pump as a result.”
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Heinrich Statement Honoring Labor Day
Released statement honoring Labor Day and union workers' contributions to the economy.
“I am committed to delivering policies that bring costs down and support the folks working hard for our communities. And I will continue holding President Trump accountable for the rising prices caused by his tariffs, war with Iran, and other reckless economic policies.”
Labor and EmploymentAI-read
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Released fact sheet showing clean energy and storage prevented power outages during extreme heat.
“Extreme heat is putting more pressure on our electric grid, and Americans need to know that when they flip the switch, the power will be there. Clean, American-made energy can help us meet growing demand, lower energy costs, strengthen the grid, and keep the lights and air conditioning on.”
EnergyAI-read
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Sent letter pressing VA Secretary to protect New Mexico veterans in agency reorganization.
“While we appreciate the Department's efforts to modernize its healthcare delivery system, any restructuring must improve —not weaken — the quality, accessibility, and responsiveness of care for veterans living in rural communities.”
Military Health CareAI-read
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Introduced bipartisan bill to give Tribal Head Start programs flexibility to hire Native language educators.
“But today, federal requirements can prevent Tribal Head Start programs from hiring the people best equipped to pass those languages, cultures, and traditions on to the next generation. My Native Language Educators in Classrooms Act will give Tribes more flexibility to determine who is qualified to teach in their own…”
Native AmericansAI-read
Mentions S. 5299
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Advocated for tribal historic preservation funding and opposed uranium mining in New Mexico.
“We need to make the Historic Preservation Fund permanent. We need to adequately resource the fund as a whole. And we especially need to make sure that we're dedicating more of those funds to Tribal Historic Preservation Officers, so that you can expand your efforts and do the work that we all know has to get done.”
Native AmericansAI-read
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Criticized Trump's Iran War for raising gas prices while benefiting his oil and gas investments.
“President Trump continues to put his personal financial interests and the interests of his ultrawealthy friends ahead of New Mexico families – folks who are already struggling with higher costs created by the President’s tariffs and reckless, illegal war in Iran.”
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Demanded answers from USDA official who diverted firefighting resources to private ranch.
“Mr. Boren’s actions constitute potentially a misuse of taxpayer funds and put American families at further risk by diverting scarce resources from high-priority wildfires threatening communities elsewhere in the region and country.”
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Secured $1.5 million for DreamTree's resource center and housing shelter in Taos.
“This economy has been pretty tough. A lot of folks are having a hard time, and they're having to make some really difficult decisions here in Taos and around the country. And that is where an incredible organization like DreamTree comes in – by breaking the stigma of receiving support in the first place. Through a…”
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Heinrich Visits Frijoles Fire Command Center, Meets with Firefighters and Incident Commanders
Visited Frijoles Fire Command Center to meet firefighters and assess wildfire response operations.
“I’m grateful to the firefighters, Incident Commanders, and support and medical crews who are working around the clock to protect New Mexico communities from the Frijoles Fire.”
Disaster ResponseAI-read
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Visited Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness to oppose sulfide-ore copper mining near the area.
“I come from a mining family. I'm not against every mine everywhere. My dad worked for Anaconda Copper, and my grandfather was a gold miner. But I learned, negotiating with big companies over natural resource damages, that there are smart places to put mines — and there are places where they really don't belong. And you…”
Public Lands and Natural ResourcesAI-read
Mentions H.J.Res. 140 · voted Nay Apr 16, 2026, roll 743
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Heinrich, Colleagues Urge BLM to Stop Rollback of Waste Prevention Rule
Opposed BLM proposal to overturn 2024 Waste Prevention Rule on public lands.
“Reversing these common-sense standards will waste publicly owned natural gas, cost the American people tens of millions in foregone revenue, and increase pollution on our public lands.”
Oil and Gas RegulationAI-read
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Released statement celebrating 110th anniversary of National Park Service.
“cutting off our access to public lands and devastating state economies in the process, overwhelming state budgets and dismantling the systems that keep public lands running.”
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Attended ribbon-cutting and groundbreaking ceremonies for aerospace and fusion energy facilities in Albuquerque.
“BlackVe is a homegrown company committed to staying, building, and growing right here in New Mexico. Its brand-new manufacturing facility in Albuquerque will produce satellites and defense technology that will help keep our country safe, while creating more than 200 high-quality jobs New Mexicans can build their…”
EnergyAI-read