Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) joins New Mexico State Senator Pete Campos and other community leaders to discuss local economy in Las Vegas, N.M., Aug. 7, 2025. Courtesy photo

STATE News:

LAS VEGAS, N.M. -- Thursday, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, hosted a roundtable alongside New Mexico State Senator Pete Campos and other community leaders to discuss economic development opportunities in Las Vegas. The public officials and community leaders discussed the road to recovery from the Hermit's Peak/ Calf Canyon Fire, support for small businesses and rural hospitals, and opportunities for education and workforce development at Luna Community College.

Senator Heinrich was joined by Dean of the School of Business, Media and Technology at New Mexico Highlands University Dr. Veena Parboteeah, Las Vegas Community Foundation Executive Director Elmo Baca, the Hermit's Peak Watershed Alliance Executive Director Lea Knutson, Jeese Lee of Land of Enchantment Guides, Luna Community College President Dr. Carol Linder, and other community leaders.