Martin Heinrich: “But over the past two years, our public lands have been under relentless attacks.”

The result: bipartisan legislation that will help deliver cheaper energy to New Mexico homes, create more jobs for New Mexico workers, and make sure that our energy growth is both responsible and future-forward.

I’ve worked hard to incorporate the feedback we’ve heard from Tribes and New Mexicans into this Substitute Amendment, and I’m proud to join my colleagues in releasing it today.

I believe deeply that this is the right step for New Mexico, and the right step for our country.

We urge you to act without delay and approve the State of New Mexico’s request for an emergency declaration. It is imperative that the federal government provides direct and immediate assistance to support local and state efforts to…