| Honoring Michael Taylor Riggs |
June 14, 2013 |
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Barbara Lee, D-CA
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"Born on November 10, 1970, Mr. Riggs descended from a long line of Navajo clans and grew up on the Navajo Nation in a remote area of northern Arizona. After starting out as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) at a hospital in Tuba City, AZ, Mr. Riggs began attending Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff. In the early 1990s, while studying and working part-time at the Northern Arizona Area Health Education Center (AHEC), Mr. Riggs’ passion for education, policy development and disease prevention took flight. His bold idea to form an HIV/AIDS prevention outreach program targeted at Native American men was unconventional for the time, but won the support and respect of his colleagues."
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| New Mexico Centennial Resolution |
September 20, 2012 |
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Ben Lujan, D-NM
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"The Land of Enchantment is home to a diverse population that can trace its roots back to Spanish, Mexican, and Native American cultures, amongst others. As home to one of the richest indigenous tribal populations in the United States, New Mexico is proud of the influences and contributions of the 19 Pueblo Nations, two Apache Nations, and the Navajo Nation. These diverse cultures coming together to share a common bond of calling New Mexico home has served as a source of strength for our State, as the influence of art, agriculture, and architecture can be felt to this very day."
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| Disapproval Of Epa Emission Standards Rule—Motion To Proceed |
June 20, 2012 |
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Jon Kyl, R-AZ
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"Arizona relies on coal-fired power for its base-load electricity. Coal mining and plant operations are an important employer and economic engine for Arizonans and, specifically, for our Indian Tribes. As just one example, take the Navajo Generating Station—or NGS—a 2,250-megawatt facility located on the Navajo Nation‘s reservation."
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| Recognizing The Service Of Peter Valencia |
May 18, 2012 |
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Ben Lujan, D-NM
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"Mr. Valencia has devoted his life to public service and is proud to be able to continue to serve the people of San Juan County at the age of 70. He is a staple of San Juan County and has developed a sterling reputation while partnering with the Navajo Nation, Jicarilla Apache and neighboring Chapter Houses. As a Field Representative, Mr. Valencia has maintained a level of excellence and diligence in helping all people of Northwest New Mexico."
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