Ben Ray Luján
U.S. Senator · New Mexico · Democrat
Statements and posts
468 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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6 statements, Nov 3, 2025 – Nov 9, 2025
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Voted against continuing resolution lacking ACA tax credit extension.
“We voted ‘no’ today because this ‘deal’ is one that many New Mexicans literally cannot afford — and we will keep working to rein in the affordability crisis that is hurting families in New Mexico and across the country”
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Supported New Mexico Legislature's special session to fund additional SNAP benefits during shutdown.
“It’s time Trump and Republicans get serious, come to the table, and work with Democrats to pass a deal that lowers health care costs, reopens the government, and ensures families in New Mexico don’t go hungry because of Republicans’ failure to lead.”
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New Mexico Delegation Urges Interior Secretary Burgum to Reverse Course, Protect Chaco Canyon
Urged Interior Secretary to reverse decision to revoke protections around Chaco Canyon.
“Since your confirmation as Secretary of the Interior, we have been in constant, direct communication with you about the importance of protecting the cultural landscape around Chaco Culture National Historical Park (CCNHP)”
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Questioned transportation board nominees about independence obligations during government shutdown.
“I certainly hope the President will stick to his words when he said it’s incumbent upon the President of the United States to prevent shutdowns, to solve shutdowns”
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Issued statement on New Mexico tool showing health care costs would skyrocket without ACA tax credits.
“While this support will keep premiums down for now, it’s only temporary. We need a lasting federal solution to prevent costs from climbing even higher. It’s long past time for Republicans to join Democrats in working to lower costs and make health care affordable for New Mexicans – and for every American.”
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Criticized Trump administration for partially funding SNAP despite having legal authority and funds to fully fund the program.
“While I am glad to see that USDA will comply with the court order and release contingency funds to fund partial benefits, I urge the Trump administration to use their transfer authority to fully fund November benefits. No family should go hungry because of President Trump’s political games.”
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