Ben Ray Luján: “This legislation has been years in the making, and I’m proud that we are one step closer toward making this law.”

However, I share the serious concerns raised by New Mexicans across the state, particularly our Pueblo and environmental leaders, and believe they must be addressed.

Today and every day, we come together to honor and thank the brave men and women who wear the uniform, make the ultimate sacrifice, and fight to protect our freedom.

After spending the last month listening to these concerns, I cannot support advancing the bill in its current form.

Making it easier to build clean energy and critical infrastructure projects is important for New Mexico and our nation, and Congress has failed to find a path forward for far too long.