Gov. Lujan Grisham outlines priorities for legislative session in first state of the state address

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, addressing the New Mexico Legislature on Tuesday for the first time as governor, initiated the 2019 legislative session with a state of the state address focused on responsible, essential investments in public education, public safety, health care and economic development.

In her remarks before a joint session of the 54th Legislature, the governor emphasized these shared priorities with the Legislature and highlighted key aspects of her FY2020 executive recommendation, issued last week, including $500 million in additional investment in public education.

“I firmly believe what we accomplish in these sixty days will set the course for a transformed state, a stronger and better state, not just in these next four years but for decades, generations to come,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said in her remarks.

The governor also expressed optimism about the potential for a renewed spirit of congeniality and collaboration at the Capitol, with two branches working together and reminding New Mexicans how positive, productive working relationships can foster good governance.