Martin Heinrich: “I think that really gets to the heart of why this issue is important.”

It was not easy. It took longer than we would like, but everyone was committed to getting there.

Since time immemorial, Native people have called the land we now know as New Mexico and the United States home. Their histories and legacy deserve enormous respect. That is why I am proud to continue leading the effort in the Senate to…

As we recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day, today and every day, let us honor the rich history, cultures, and contributions of Tribal Nations and Native people — and stand shoulder to shoulder with Tribes to ensure their languages…

Our whole premise as we approached this permitting bill was: How do we create a faster process, not lower the bar on standards.