Ben Ray Luján: “I agree with your assessment. I appreciate that testimony.”

As the Senator for New Mexico, and as the longtime U.S. Representative for IAIA’s home in Santa Fe, I’m honored to be appointed to this important leadership position.

This week in Taos, I was proud to announce my new legislation to protect ticket buyers because when New Mexicans spend their hard-earned money on a concert or event, they deserve to know the ticket they are buying actually exists.

I’ve secured funding for IAIA’s academic programs, fought back against dangerous budget cuts from the Trump administration, and I’ll continue to be a strong advocate for this institution.

Additionally, Senator Luján discussed how Republican cuts to critical health programs are creating new barriers for New Mexicans to access care and highlighted his efforts to fight back against these cuts and protect and expand access to…