Ben Ray Luján: “I appreciate that very much, and look forward to working with the Committee leadership to get this addressed.”

New Mexicans are facing another devastating fire season, and the Trump administration needs to listen to the communities living with these impacts every day.

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.

I'm proud to see this legislation advance out of the Indian Affairs Committee, a vital step toward getting this bill across the finish line.