U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich meets with A. Eric Alvarez, the current Secretary to the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission, in his Washington, D.C. office.  »

Senator Heinrich serves on the Migratory Bird Conservation Commission, which was established in 1929 by the passage of the Migratory Bird Conservation Act. The Commission was created and authorized to consider and approve areas of land and/or water recommended by the Secretary of the Interior for purchase or rental by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, as well as establish new waterfowl refuges.

Kirtland Air Force Base, April 2, 2015 »

Tax Help New Mexico at Central New Mexico Community College, April 2, 2015 »

U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich highlights the free tax preparation services provided by Tax Help New Mexico at Central New Mexico Community College. During the event, Senator Heinrich talked with Tax Help New Mexico volunteers who are certified by the IRS and are trained to help taxpayers identify tax credits for which they are entitled to. "Tax Help New Mexico is providing a key service throughout the state to residents who need it most," said Sen. Heinrich. "This important service ensures that New Mexico families receive the tax credits they qualify for and have access to in-person tax preparation assistance." Senator Heinrich's office collaborated with Tax Help New Mexico during tax season to assist residents at locations across the state. Tax Help New Mexico, which is operated by CNM and the United Way of Central New Mexico, is a free service for residents whose household income is $53,000 or less of those who are 65 years or older.

SolarCity Groundbreaking, April 1, 2015 »

U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich helps kick-off the groundbreaking of the new SolarCity facility in Albuquerque. SolarCity recently announced its plan to expand to New Mexico and will make MyPower solar loans available to homeowners across the state. The company expects to hire 50 local employees. "SolarCity's decision to come to New Mexico is great news for our residents, our economy, and our environment. The solar industry employs more than 173,000 Americans and SolarCity's new office here in Albuquerque is helping to contribute to that growth. Unique opportunities like this allow homeowners here in Albuquerque and across the state to have more control over their electricity bills and create a viable option to choose cleaner energy for less," said Senator Heinrich.

Bataan Memorial Death March, March 22, 2015 »

U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich participates for the second year in a row in the 26.2-mile Annual Bataan Memorial Death March at White Sands Missile Range.

Manhattan Project National Historical Park Celebration, February 14, 2015 »

U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich joined the community at a celebration hosted by the Los Alamos Historical Society at the Mesa Public Library to honor the establishment of the Manhattan Project National Historical Park. The park will conserve sites and artifacts that played a key role in the dawn of the nuclear era, and help tell the story of the creation of the world's first atomic bomb and its consequences for society. Senator Heinrich recognized the many community volunteers who have worked to preserve Los Alamos' historical treasures and share them with the public.