Ben Ray Luján: “If the IRS is engaged or intends to engage in efforts to tax per capita distributions, as our tribal witnesses today…”

During the discussion, Senator Luján heard directly from health care leaders about the impacts of these cuts and outlined his efforts to fight back and protect access to quality, affordable health care across the state.

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.

Senator Luján met with hospital leadership and staff to highlight how Republican cuts to critical health programs threaten hospital services and access to care for New Mexicans.

This continuing resolution averts another Republican government shutdown, provides stability for families and communities, and gives Congress time to negotiate bipartisan funding bills.