Ben Ray Luján
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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.
I very much appreciate that. I think that's significant evidence to the importance of these programs and especially in a rural school district, not just in New Mexico but throughout America.
You are not going to have to worry about getting that insulin to stay alive.
There is still almost 200,000 people in New Mexico that need insulin that don't get the cap.
I appreciate that I heard you say yes. That is important to me as we talk about future insulin prices.
There is still almost 200,000 people in New Mexico that need insulin that don't get the cap.
I don't want to stifle research. But when we have something that can transform someone's life and save someone's life, there has got to be a better way for us to make this affordable.
Do federal climate investments create the highly skilled jobs that communities need to prosper and that the United States needs to stay competitive in the global energy transition?
I just want to say how proud I am to be here today with you, as a New Mexican, to watch your growth, your advocacy for people, and your ability to work across the aisle.
One thing I am very proud of is that New Mexico... recently moved to cap insulin at $25 for a 30-day supply.
There are too many families back home that have shared with me decisions they are making on trying to make that insulin last longer than it should.
But Congress is probably going to have to take some action here, and I am hoping that Congress is willing to do so.





