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Martin Heinrich: “Since time immemorial, Native people have called the land we now know as New Mexico and the United States home. Their…”

On the recordOctober 13, 2026
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 mark the second Monday in October as Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
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Martin Heinrich
Democratic · New Mexico

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Senator Heinrich introduces resolution for Indigenous Peoples' Day.

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