AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRio Grande Water Deal: The U.S. Supreme Court approved a settlement to curb groundwater pumping and retire some water rights along the Rio Grande, aiming to stabilize supplies from New Mexico to Texas and end a long-running dispute. Oil & Gas Bonding: New Mexico’s State Land Office opened hearings to raise oil-and-gas plugging and cleanup bonds (from $10,000 minimums up to $150,000) and add annual reporting for operators. Energy Storage Buildout: Solar-plus-storage projects are moving forward in New Mexico, including new construction tied to large battery energy storage capacity. Data Center Pushback: A Utah plan for a massive data center sparked debate over whether it can truly avoid being gas-powered, with the governor saying future phases should shift to nuclear, geothermal and solar. Spaceport America Update: Virgin Galactic returned its Unity spaceplane to flight status for pilot training ahead of its next-generation spacecraft. Public Safety & Justice: New Mexico’s AG sued Torrance and Curry counties over alleged “illegal ICE agreements,” while federal marshals helped recover two abducted children in New Mexico and arrest the suspect ahead of extradition. Manufactured Housing Rules: A 2026 legal guide highlights how manufactured-home placement on private land depends on local zoning and permitting rules. Local Economy Watch: Gas prices stayed volatile in New Mexico, with multiple counties reporting the week’s lowest premium or diesel rates.
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