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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10 statements, Aug 3, 2026 – Aug 9, 2026
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Luján Statement on Voting for a Continuing Resolution to Keep the Government Funded
Voted for continuing resolution to fund government and prevent Republican shutdown.
“Critically, it also prevents Trump from further politicizing and disrupting federal grants that communities across New Mexico rely on. I will continue fighting for a final funding agreement that protects critical investments, holds the administration accountable, and delivers for New Mexicans.”
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Luján Statement on Voting Against Trump’s Personal Attorney to Serve as AG
Voted against Todd Blanche as Attorney General, citing concerns about Trump loyalty and Epstein case transparency.
“Todd Blanche’s confirmation will only further erode public trust in one of our nation’s most important institutions. I will continue fighting to protect the independence of the DOJ and ensure that no one is above the law.”
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Introduced legislation to expand Medicaid coverage of home and community-based care for older adults and people with disabilities.
“Every American deserves the opportunity to receive care in the place they call home”
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Luján: Republican Farm Bill Fails to Meet the Needs of New Mexico Families and Farmers
Opposed Republican Farm Bill for failing to support New Mexico farmers and cutting SNAP benefits.
“Farmers, ranchers, and families across the country are hurting. This is our opportunity to support families, strengthen rural America, and ensure our producers have the tools they need to succeed.”
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Introduced bill to permanently protect Chama Watershed from uranium mining.
“The communities of the Chama Valley – acequia farmers, Land Grant communities, Tribal members, ranchers, and rural families – have cared for their land and water for generations”
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Criticized Trump administration's Head Start rule gutting education and safety standards.
“I know the value of Head Start, it got me to the U.S. Senate”
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Luján Champions Legislation to Strengthen Stroke Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery
Introduced Stroke Act to improve stroke prevention, treatment, recovery, and data collection nationwide.
“Every second matters when someone experiences a stroke. As a stroke survivor, I know firsthand how critical it is to receive the right care at the right time. Yet far too many Americans, especially in our rural and underserved communities, continue to face barriers to timely, high-quality care”
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Introduced Early Childhood Educator Professional Improvement Act to strengthen early childhood education workforce through federal grants.
“As one of only two Senators who attended Head Start, I know firsthand the lasting impact early childhood education can have on a child’s future”
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Led 34 senators opposing Trump executive order reducing Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante monument protections.
“The Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments are national treasures. The American people deserve public lands policy grounded in law, science, respect for Tribal sovereignty, and stewardship—not political decisions against the desires of the vast majority of Americans”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to expand health care access in rural and remote areas.
“When emergencies happen, care close to home can save lives. Too many New Mexicans in rural communities face barriers to getting specialized care. Project ECHO was first developed at the University of New Mexico, and we’ve seen how this model helps providers deliver better care closer to home”
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