Lawmakers to look at expanding broadband in New Mexico

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) – Some New Mexico lawmakers are turning their focus to expanding broadband access in the state and increasing the speed of existing connections as a means to boosting competitiveness.
Senate Majority Whip Michael Padilla says more broadband will mean improvements in both education and the state’s position in the national fight for high-wage jobs.
The Albuquerque Democrat will chair a meeting of the legislative Science, Technology and telecommunications Committee o