New Mexico Legislature, governor set spending priorities

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez on Friday recommended a $250 million increase in state general fund spending for the coming fiscal year, emphasizing the need for investments in the criminal justice system, economic development incentives and early childhood care and education.
The Democrat-led Legislature convenes Jan. 16 to craft a state budget for the fiscal year starting in July.
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