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Ben Ray Luján

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Ben Ray Luján is an American politician serving as the junior United States senator from New Mexico since January 3, 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously represented New Mexico's 3rd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2009 to 2021. Luján has focused on various issues during his tenure, including economic development, healthcare, and tribal food security, advocating for policies that support New Mexico's diverse communities.

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  1. The Taxpayer Advocate Service is critical for New Mexicans in every corner of the state and Americans who are stuck in the IRS system and need help.2 sources2026young.senate.gov
  2. Our veterans in New Mexico and across the country deserve timely, high-quality care, no matter where they call home.2 sources2026lujan.senate.gov
  3. By attempting, yet again, to eliminate vast portions of these monuments, your Administration invites needless uncertainty to the stability that local communities, Tribes, land managers, scientists, recreation users, and businesses need.2 sources2026lujan.senate.gov
  4. These cherished lands and waters must be protected for future generations. That is why I’m leading this legislation to permanently withdraw the Chama Watershed from mineral development.2 sources2026heinrich.senate.gov
  5. 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.2 sources2026heinrich.senate.gov
  6. Arts education gives students the opportunity to learn, express themselves, and discover new talents, but too many young people lack access to these opportunities," said Senator Luján.2 sources2026lujan.senate.gov
Oct 15, 2026

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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Oct 14, 2026

Senator Ben Ray Luján helped shape the Fix Our Forests Act through the Senate Agriculture Committee, securing provisions reflecting New Mexico priorities.

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Oct 14, 2026

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…

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Oct 14, 2026

Under the law, President Trump’s ads might plausibly fall into two categories: the ads are either produced by a ‘legally qualified candidate’ and therefore broadcasters are limited in their ability to censor the ads’ content, or President…

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Oct 13, 2026

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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Oct 13, 2026

I’ve long fought for Indigenous Peoples’ Day to be recognized as a federal holiday and will continue pushing to honor the Native people who have played a vital role in our communities and in shaping our nation’s history.

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Oct 13, 2026

On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we recognize and honor the accomplishments, contributions, and strength of Tribal Nations across New Mexico and the country.

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Oct 10, 2026

I’ll continue working to lower costs and support small businesses across New Mexico.

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Oct 10, 2026

New Mexico businesses and families should not have to bear the cost of Trump’s policies that make it more expensive to keep the doors open and buy everyday goods.

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Oct 10, 2026

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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Oct 8, 2026

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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Oct 8, 2026

When families are concerned about energy costs, we should be keeping more natural gas in pipelines and harmful pollution out of our air, not rolling back commonsense protections.

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Oct 8, 2026

The Trump administration’s move to weaken federal methane standards is a step that puts public health, our environment, and our energy security at risk.

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Oct 8, 2026

New Mexico has shown that strong methane protections can support our energy industry while protecting public health, creating jobs, and preventing valuable energy from going to waste.

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Oct 7, 2026

Senator Luján spoke out against the Trump administration’s illegal “pocket rescission” that would strip nearly $1 billion in funds meant to support American families.

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Oct 6, 2026

Arts education gives students the opportunity to learn, express themselves, and discover new talents, but too many young people lack access to these opportunities," said Senator Luján.

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Oct 2, 2026

We write to urge you to drop the newly proposed citizenship and work authorization checkbox from the final version of the 2026 Form 1040.

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Oct 1, 2026

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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Oct 1, 2026

I’m proud to have authored several provisions in this package to improve transparency, strengthen taxpayer protections, and help ensure the IRS works more efficiently for the American people.

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Sep 30, 2026

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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Sep 29, 2026

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

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Sep 29, 2026

At a time when families are being squeezed by the rising costs of food, fuel, and other essentials, these cuts will only make life harder for New Mexicans.

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Sep 29, 2026

Donald Trump and Russ Vought are illegally stripping away nearly $1 billion in funding for kids, K-12 students, small businesses, and families across America.

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Sep 29, 2026

Establishing this bipartisan Committee gives Congress the institutional capacity to pull in expertise to understand this technology, drive its benefits, anticipate its consequences, and act with the urgency and responsibility that is…

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