Thank you to the New Mexico Department of Agriculture, our state health, livestock, and wildlife agencies, NMSU Cooperative Extension Service, and USDA APHIS for working around the clock to provide resources to fight the spread of the New…
Ben Ray Luján
The Public Record
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.
That’s why I led the STOP Screwworms Act back in May of last year to address this growing threat and will continue to fight to ensure we contain the spread of the New World screwworm.
Farmers and ranchers in New Mexico and across the country are looking for smarter, more flexible ways to manage their operations and care for the land they depend on.
Protecting livestock across the state requires investing in proven methods — like the sterile fly technique — to prevent the further spread in the United States.
The New World screwworm outbreak poses a serious threat to New Mexico’s cattle and livestock industry, and we must act decisively to stop the spread of this dangerous pest.
For decades, Tribal communities have fought to secure water rights settlements that uphold their sovereignty and ensure access to safe, reliable water.
At every turn, New Mexico families are being squeezed by rising costs — from health care and groceries to gas and housing.
Handing billions to ICE and CBP with no reforms, accountability, or oversight is not what New Mexicans and Americans need.
I will continue standing up to the Trump administration’s cruel agenda and working to make sure federal investments reach every corner of our state.
Expanding economic development and cultural education opportunities for the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center is critical for the 19 New Mexico Pueblos it serves.





