Crime, education steer legislative agenda in New Mexico

SANTA FE (AP) – New Mexico lawmakers are confronting heightened concerns about violent crime, a weak economy and lackluster schools as they convene for a 30-day budget legislative session.
The session begins Tuesday against a potentially acrimonious political backdrop, with the Republican-controlled House and Democratic Senate both up for election in November.
Republican Gov. Susana Martinez has wide discretion over what bills are heard and has indicated a focus on public safety effor