Failures at the IRS & Shining a Light on Campaign Spending
People in New Mexico and across America are outraged over what happened at the IRS. I'm outraged too. Watch my video and read my blog for more.
DACC Ribbon Cutting in Las Cruces
Tom gives remarks and attends the ribbon cutting for the new East Mesa Campus at Doña Ana Community College in Las Cruces.
Water Conference Report
I am pleased to release our Water Conference Report from the 57th Annual New Mexico Water Conference at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces.
Udall Questions VA at Appropriations Subcommittee Hearing
Sen. Tom Udall (D-NM) questions Department of Veterans Affairs officials about improving health care for New Mexico veterans.
Udall Bill Increases Federal Contracting Opportunities
In his first bill of the 113th Congress, Sen. Tom Udall (D-NM) is expanding opportunities for small businesses to secure federal contracts.
Udall, Rockefeller Introduce Bill to Help Protect Young Athletes from Sports-Related Traumatic Brain Injuries
WASHINGTON - To mark National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and John D. "Jay" Rockefeller IV (D-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, today introduced legislation that seeks to protect youth athletes from the dangers of sports-related traumatic brain injuries by improving equipment safety standards and curbing false advertising claims.
Continue ReadingUdall-Heinrich Bill To Establish Wilderness Areas In The Río Grande del Norte National Monument Clears Energy and Natural Resources Committee
WASHINGTON - Today, a bill sponsored by U.S. Senators Tom Udall (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) to designate two wilderness areas in the Río Grande del Norte National Monument, cleared the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
Continue ReadingUdall, Heinrich, Luján Secure Funding for LANL Cleanup Efforts
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich and U.S. Representative Ben Ray Luján announced today that the necessary Senate and House committees have approved a reprogramming request for an additional $19 million needed to assist in maintaining the ongoing cleanup and environmental management efforts at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL).
Continue ReadingBipartisan Enzi-Udall Bill Introduced to Protect State Mineral Revenue Payments
WASHINGTON - Every year, billions of dollars in revenue are generated from energy production on federal lands. Since states bear most of the costs associated with mineral development, they are guaranteed a share of the revenue under federal law. But the federal government isn't upholding its end of the bargain and is trying to keep state money.
Continue ReadingUdall Initiative Would Increase Graduation Rate, Help Underperforming Schools
WASHINGTON - With graduation season underway, U.S. Senator Tom Udall (D-N.M.) introduced a bill today that would increase the graduation rate in New Mexico and across the nation.
Continue ReadingFailures at the IRS & Shining a Light on Campaign Spending
Video requires Flash PlayerPeople in New Mexico and across America are outraged over what happened at the IRS. I'm outraged too.
Sen. Tom Udall (D-NM), talks about the importance of cleanup funding and tech transfer in New Mexico at a hearing before the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy & Water Development.
Watch the VideoSen. Tom Udall (D-NM), talks about the importance of cleanup funding and tech transfer in New Mexico at a hearing before the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy & Water Development.
Watch the VideoSen. Tom Udall (D-NM), asks administration officials for an update on Country of Origin Labeling (COOL), drought and agriculture issues at a hearing before the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies.
Watch the VideoSen. Tom Udall (D-NM) questions officials from the U.S. Army and Air Force about support for New Mexico military communities at a hearing before the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veteran Affairs, and Related Agencies.
Watch the VideoFailures at the IRS & Shining a Light on Campaign Spending
People in New Mexico and across America are outraged over what happened at the IRS. I'm outraged too. Watch my video and read my blog for more.
Continue ReadingWater Conference Report
I am pleased to release our Water Conference Report from the 57th Annual New Mexico Water Conference at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces.
Continue ReadingFor Katie & The Bacas
The President has signed two bills into law inspired by brave New Mexico families.
Continue ReadingA Victory For Our Veterans
The Senate has passed our bipartisan legislation to create a registry of veterans who were exposed to toxic chemicals and fumes from open-air burn pits in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Continue ReadingA Tribute to Jeff Bingaman
Today I spoke from the Senate to honor a great man, a great friend and our U.S. Senator, Jeff Bingaman.
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