Martin Heinrich

Energy resilience is not a luxury for island communities; it is the foundation for everything else.

As our nation prepares to mark 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, I recognize that more than 125 years ago, the United States established a governing framework for the territories that still shape these relationships today.

Our first responders put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities, and too many suffer or lose their lives from cancers caused by toxic exposures on the job — including from harmful PFAS chemicals in their protective…

The Vacancies Reform Act was not designed to provide a basis for on-the-job training for subsequent Senate confirmation.

I do not blame Mr. Hague or Mr. Lilly for doing the jobs that this administration gave them. But I do believe that this Administration has abused its authority by delegating authorities that require Senate confirmation in violation of the…

But that authority, which is provided by the Vacancies Reform Act, is narrowly limited and frankly, is being abused.

Meanwhile, these important offices have not been filled by someone confirmed by the Senate. That is a serious problem.

This hearing is long overdue. Each of the three offices the individuals before us today have been nominated to hold have been vacant since the beginning of the President’s second term, a year and a half ago.

The lack of transparency around awards for these beautification projects... threatens the public’s trust and the long-term integrity of our nation’s most beloved public lands.

This loss in revenue for our parks could have devastating effects on the future viability of these public natural treasures.

New Mexicans deserve housing they can afford, and I’m committed to making that a reality.

I’m proud the Senate passed a historic package with bills I cosponsored to build more homes and lower the cost of housing, expand down payment and rental assistance, and help more families find a safe, affordable place to call home.

More and more New Mexicans are being priced out of a place to live. That’s unacceptable, and it’s something I’ve been working to fix. We need to bring housing costs down and put the American dream of home ownership within reach for more…

I think historically it's been fairly intuitive for a lot of members, the investments in hard infrastructure and plumbing effectively in the basin, but talk a little bit about the importance and role of the forest, watersheds, flood plains…

We heard about the need for strong federal leadership and a willingness to make tough decisions, but for the basin states themselves: share of sacrifice, live within the actual hydrology of the basin today.

What we cannot afford is delay. The basin needs compromise, shared sacrifice, investment, and leadership, and it needs them now.

While today is a day to celebrate, it’s also a reminder that it should not take 18 years to build critical energy infrastructure in America.

SunZia becoming fully operational is a milestone more than 18 years in the making and one that I’ve been fighting for since I first came to Congress.

Don't fund litigation, do fund conservation, and try to have some transparency, so we make good investments in that conservation.

The basin needs compromise, shared sacrifice, investment, and leadership, and it needs them now.

Without a seven-state agreement, the consequences are clear: more litigation, unplanned water shortages, economic disruption, and heightened risk to communities least able to absorb it.

The Colorado River is the backbone of water supply for millions of people, a cornerstone of Western agriculture and energy production, and a lifeline for tribal communities, fish, wildlife, and working landscapes across the basin in New…

Since the war in Iran began, gas prices have surged by more than 50 percent, and hardworking Americans are paying the price every time they pull up to the pump.

The American people deserve transparency and a complete explanation of where their money is being directed.

Being an AmeriCorps volunteer inspired my career in public service. I'm proud to recognize New Mexicans’ service to their community and inspire the next generation to leave their mark by introducing a resolution designating today National…