N.M. Delegation Welcomes $18.5 Million to Improve Albuquerque Sunport’s Rail Spur, Restore 6 Miles of Track, & Expand Freight Opportunities Across the State

Announced $18.5 million federal grant for Albuquerque Sunport rail spur improvements and track restoration.

“This investment in the Albuquerque International Sunport’s Rail Spur Project will strengthen critical infrastructure and boost economic development in the region for years to come”

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Luján Joins Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers in Introducing Bill to Hold Bankers Who Financed Epstein Accountable

Introduced bipartisan bill to hold banks accountable for financing Jeffrey Epstein.

“The survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s horrific crimes deserve justice, transparency, and accountability”

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Luján, ColleaguesQuestion Meta’s Use of Billions in Research and Development Tax Credits to Subsidize Its AI Data Center Construction Boom

Questioned Meta's use of billions in R&D tax credits to fund AI data center construction.

“The federal research credit can be a useful and necessary tool to support our nation’s innovation economy and cutting-edge research”

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Heinrich, Luján, & Vasquez Call for Independent Review of WIPP Hoist Collapse, Greater DOE Engagement

Called for independent review of WIPP hoist cable collapse and greater DOE engagement.

“This incident is deeply alarming, and it comes against a backdrop of ongoing, documented concerns about the condition of WIPP’s aging hoist infrastructure. The safety of WIPP’s workers must come first. These individuals deserve nothing less than full confidence in the systems and procedures on which their lives depend”

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Luján Reintroduces Legislation to Improve Child Protections and Safety Standards for Agriculture Industry

Reintroduced legislation to improve child labor protections and safety standards in agriculture industry.

“Children have their whole futures ahead of them, and our country must do more to protect those working in the agriculture industry”

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Luján, Murphy, Democratic Senators Say Broadcasters Owe Americans on Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Campaign Ads

Led Senate Democrats demanding broadcasters release documentation on Trump's taxpayer-funded campaign ads and reimburse taxpayers.

“We ask that you voluntarily release all communications with the President, any federal agency, or White House official about the ads to ensure transparency for the American public and clarify which funds you received, from which federal agency, and release the terms of the contract as soon as possible.”

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Luján Statement Commemorating Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Issued statement commemorating Indigenous Peoples' Day and supporting federal holiday recognition.

“Let this day serve as a celebration of Tribal Nations and a reminder of the work ahead to fulfill the federal government’s responsibilities to Tribes and Pueblos across the United States.”

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At New Mexico Piñon Coffee, Luján Hears Directly About Impact of Tariffs on New Mexico Small Businesses and Consumers

Visited New Mexico coffee company to hear about tariff impacts on small businesses and consumers.

“New Mexico small businesses, like New Mexico Piñon Coffee, are the backbone of our communities and help drive our local economies”

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Zuni Tribe’s Request for Major Disaster Declaration Approved for July Storms and Flash Flooding Following Letter from N.M. Congressional Delegation

Secured Major Disaster Declaration approval for Zuni Tribe's July flooding recovery.

“We respectfully request that you take immediate action on the Zuni Tribe’s recent request for a major disaster declaration in response to severe storms that triggered significant flash flooding and caused extensive damage in the Pueblo of Zuni between July 16, 2026, to July 28, 2026.”

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Luján, Colleagues Lead Nearly 190 Members of Congress in Slamming HHS Effort to Dismantle Head Start

Led nearly 190 Congress members demanding HHS withdraw Head Start standards removal proposal.

“This proposed rule is a brazen attempt to dismantle Head Start without regard for the hundreds of thousands of young children and working-class families who depend on these programs and services every year.”

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Luján, Bennet, Ansari, Padilla, Hickenlooper, Schiff Introduce Legislation to Protect Public Lands and Taxpayers from Orphaned Oil and Gas Wells

Introduced legislation to prevent oil companies from abandoning wells on public lands.

“In New Mexico and across the country, abandoned wells pose serious environmental harm and threaten the health of our communities”

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Luján Statement on Trump Administration Move to Roll Back Methane Rules that Protect New Mexico Communities

Opposed Trump administration plan to weaken federal methane pollution standards.

“I strongly oppose these efforts to weaken these vital standards and will continue working to protect New Mexicans’ health, our environment, and energy needs.”

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ICYMI: In Final Weeks of Senate Session, Luján Passes Several Key Bills Through the Senate, Stands Up for New Mexico Families

Passed multiple bills including land grant cooperation and tax system fairness provisions.

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Luján, Heinrich, Vasquez Urge USPS to Reconsider Permanent Closure of Mule Creek Post Office

Urged USPS to reconsider permanent closure of Mule Creek Post Office in New Mexico.

“We are deeply concerned about the impact this proposed permanent closure would have on the residents of Mule Creek and the surrounding rural service area. We strongly urge that the United States Postal Service (USPS) reconsider the proposed closure and maintain postal service in Mule Creek”

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Luján Introduces Legislation to Expand Access to Arts Education

Introduced legislation to expand access to arts education for K-12 students and youth.

“Arts education gives students the opportunity to learn, express themselves, and discover new talents, but too many young people lack access to these opportunities”

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Luján, Wyden Lead Colleagues in Calling on IRS to Drop Unnecessary and Harmful Immigration Status Question on Tax Form

Called on the IRS to remove a citizenship question from the 2026 tax form.

“Turning the 1040 into an immigration tracker actively sabotages voluntary tax compliance and undermines the IRS’s core tax collection responsibilities. Public trust is already at a low point after the IRS illegally handed over the private data of more than 42,000 taxpayers to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).”

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Luján Statement on Senate Passage of the Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act

Senate passed bipartisan Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act with Luján-authored provisions.

“Now, with Senate passage, we are one step closer to delivering a tax system that better serves taxpayers with fairness, transparency, and accountability.”

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Luján, Heinrich, Kelly, Cantwell Call on States to Stop Data Centers from Passing Rising Costs on to Ratepayers

Called on states to prevent data centers from passing costs to residential ratepayers.

“We write to ask NARUC and its member commissions to act now to protect residential and small business ratepayers from the cost of serving large data centers.”

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Luján Shares DOJ Documents Regarding DEA Fentanyl Practices, Whistleblower Reports

Shared DOJ documents regarding DEA fentanyl practices and whistleblower reports.

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Luján, NM Delegation Secure Key Funding to Rebuild Roads Outside of WIPP in Carlsbad

Secured $10 million in federal funding to repair roads supporting nuclear waste facility operations.

“WIPP is critical to our national security, and it is vital that we have the infrastructure needed to support its operations and safely manage the disposal of nuclear waste”

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Luján Calls on Senate Leadership to Establish Bipartisan Select Committee on AI

Called on Senate leadership to establish bipartisan select committee on artificial intelligence.

“AI is accelerating faster than our existing legislative processes, committee structures, and technical capacity can consistently evaluate and respond. The recent news of increasing incidents makes it clear that this is no longer a theoretical concern”

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Luján Legislation to Secure America’s Satellite Systems Unanimously Passes Senate

Senate unanimously passed legislation to secure America's satellite systems from foreign threats.

“As satellite technology continues to advance, so do the threats to our national security, and we must act swiftly to safeguard our critical infrastructure”

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Luján Statement on Trump’s Illegal Pocket Recissions that Strips Nearly $1 Billion From American Families

Criticized Trump administration's illegal budget cuts stripping nearly $1 billion from families.

“Senate Democrats will fight back against these illegal cuts, defend Congress’ authority, and lower costs for families.”

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Luján Statement on Voting for the 14th Time to End Trump’s War with Iran

Voted for the 14th time to end Trump's war with Iran and criticized its costs to troops and families.

“I’ve opposed this war since day one, and I won’t stop fighting to bring our troops home and lower costs for New Mexicans.”

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Luján, Moreno Introduce Bipartisan Resolution to Recognize September as Latin Music Appreciation Month

Introduced bipartisan resolution to designate September 2026 as Latin Music Appreciation Month.

“As one of the only Hispanics in the United States Senate, I’m honored to introduce this bipartisan resolution that recognizes and celebrates Hispanic and Latino achievements in music and culture”

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