Juan Sanchez III

“When it comes to uranium mining, our focus needs to be on cleanup of the dozens of abandoned mines on state trust land and hundreds throughout the state, not more mining that harms our communities”

“We must strengthen transparency and accountability in leasing decisions. I support clearer vetting, stronger oversight, and placing more staff in offices across the state to better monitor lands and stay connected to communities. State lands must reflect our values and uphold the highest ethical standards.”

“I will grow revenue by expanding renewable energy, including geothermal, and strengthening our outdoor economy through increased access and recreation. I’ll invest in land restoration to protect long-term productivity and ensure our lands continue generating reliable funding and enjoyment for our kids, our schools and our public institutions for generations.”

“I grew up working cattle on my family’s ranch which including state trust land. I’ve managed public lands and natural resources with the Army Corps of Engineers, and with the NM Acequia Commission; and I working for Senator Martin Heinrich. That lived and professional experience prepared me for this office.”

“I think it’s really important that we continue to fund our public education and make sure our students have a great opportunity to succeed here. I think we need to be worried about our long-term energy use and our long-term environment. So we need to be really diversifying our economy.”

“There’s so much at stake here in New Mexico.”