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A lobbyist's only job is to influence our elected officials, yet, at the moment, we have no idea which lobbyists are directly influencing them or why. House Bill 143 would solve that problem. That's why we wrote the governor today, urging her to sign HB 143 into law.

To every architect, real estate agent, and lawyer in NM: If HB 283 becomes law, you will be charged a $30-per-hour fee if you want deeds, building permits, plats, zoning information, probate records, civil case files, and more. Tell Rep. Chandler "no"! nmlegis.gov/Members/Find_My_…

Reality under HB283: A mom needs a copy of her son’s birth certificate. The online records form has a question about "certification," but she's too tired to read it. She clicks the box then sends the form. Because of that click, she will now pay over $30 for a record that's free.

We spent our afternoon giving a presentation about Sunshine Laws to public employees visiting from Kazakhstan. A big thank you to Global Ties ABQ for the opportunity to discuss government transparency with the delegation. Plus, they gave us chocolate!

According to House Bill 139, there should be a publically available list of all people who annoy local records custodians.

Thank you to Highland High School for displaying the First Amendment in their “NewsZroom." The president of our board of directors spotted it while judging last weekend's NMAA Scholastic Publications Competition for high school journalists at the school.

Our friends at Quirky Books are helping #nmfog get in the holiday spirit by selling our handmade cards celebrating the season. Each 12-pack contains 3 designs created by Cathryn Cunningham.

Best wishes for a wonderful holiday filled with family, friends, food, fun, football, and cranberry sauce.

We welcome Christine Barber as the new Executive Director of #nmfog. She begins her new positon on Monday!

Do you know how many records are subject to inspection in NM? Do you want to know more about your rights regarding the IPRA and OMA? Email [email protected] to sign up for Bootcamp on Nov. 26 at 10 a.m.

Thank you to all the veterans throughout our state who personify patriotism, self-sacrifice and dedication to NM and our country.

Are you looking for a bootiful time? At #nmfog we are creepin it real and set for a howling good time at the CLE on Nov. 1 at the State Bar in ABQ. There is just a small window to register. Do it today.

Did you know you can now register for the upcoming FOG seminar, “Unlocking Access: A Deep Dive into New Mexico’s Open Government Laws” on Nov. 1, 2024, in ABQ at the offices of the NM Bar Association in Albuquerque, NM? Check it out #nmfog.org

Register today for the "Unlocking Access: A Deep Dive into New Mexico’s Open Government Laws" CLE on Nov. 1 at the State Bar Association in ABQ. Participants will earn 6.5 credits including one ethics credit. Go to #nmfog for costs, sessions and presenters.

We join our friends, colleagues, and supporters across the state mourning the loss of @nmfog Treasurer Sammy Lopez who died on Sunday. He was an advocate and champion for the people's right to know.

The @FOG First Amendment Freedom Award is named after William S. Dixon, a FOG co-founder and a brilliant attorney who defended public-access rights. Please help us honor the newest group of award recipients. Buy a ticket to the luncheon Oct. 15, 2024.eventbrite.com/o/the-new-mex…

Register today @nmfog Town Hall/Forum Sept. 11, 2024, at the Southside Library in Santa Fe beginning at 6 p.m. Learn about the process behind the budget and ask questions. nmfog.org/town-hall-registra….

Date Change for Town Hall -- Due to unforeseen circumstances, the date for the second Town Hall/Forum on the importance of IPRA, set for Santa Fe, is now Sept. 11, 2024. The Town Hall will be held at the Southside Library in Santa Fe beginning at 6 p.m.