Happy Valentine's Day from AFLEP -

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Thank you to everyone who contacted HCEDC requestion a Do Pass for HB130 Public Banking. WE WERE HEARD. As a result, the bill was rolled so we can make changes and resubmit to the Committee. For more information: We've taken another step forward.

Working on HB 130 Public Banking Reboot -

Reach out to support a "Do Pass" for HB 130 Public Banking. Click here for ways to reach out. A public bank will help building robust communities which will enhance the well-being of citizens in New Mexico. Photo credit: Solen Feyissa on Unsplash

We've Got a Date! -

Public Banking HB 130 bill is scheduled for the House Comm & Econo Dev Com at 1:30 on Wed. 02/05/25. Click to see schedule and members. Contact your rep: For info and talking points, see our website.

Roundhouse is in session and we need your help. Reach out to your legislator and let them know how important a state public bank will be to New Mexico. For some talking points, click below.

Legislators Need to Year from You -

AFLEP will host a Community Wealth Building lunch and learn in Las Vegas, NM, Jan. 30, 11:30-1:00pm at NMHU Student Union, RM 321. Registration is required to reserve free lunch. Photo Credit: Lunch plate by Marina Medvedeva on Unsplash.

Ready, Set, Go -

As we wait for Public Banking Act HB 130 to be assigned to a committee in the New Mexico Legislative Session lets take a minute to review 8 Great Reasons create such a great institution. Photo Credit: Patrick Von on Unsplash

Keep Funds Local - A state public bank would be focused on circulating funds to help build robust communities. Photo Credit: Sandro Gonzalez

Reason #5 for a state public bank in New Mexico: Fairness in Financing helps to build robust communities. Fairness in Finance - Photo credit: Hillary Ungson on Unsplash.

Tues., Jan. 14, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., Reboot Our Democracy launches its 2025 Legislative Preview Zoomfest. We look forward to learning more about the importance of a state public bank for the people of New Mexico from Angela Merkert.

Tues., Jan. 14, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., Reboot Our Democracy launches its 2025 Legislative Preview Zoomfest. And at the top of the list is Angela Merkert, our Executive Director, who will go into detail on the many benefits for a state public bank.

#2 of the Eight Great Reasons for a public bank is stability by keeping more financial resources within the state of New Mexico. Photo credit: Elaine Casap on Unsplash.

Eight Great Reasons to establish a state public bank for New Mexico. Reason #1 Supporting Farmers and Ranchers Photo Credit: Anne Preble on Unsplash.

Two days left to double your impact. Final two days to donate for 2024 tax deduction. Help us make a state public bank in New Mexico a reality. Photo credit: Rebecca on Unsplash.

We here at AFLEP wish you and yours a joyous holiday season.