SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — The governor is calling a special legislative session next week in the hope of providing new economic relief from the coronavirus pandemic and aggressive emergency restrictions.
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham made the announcement Thursday as daily coronavirus infections statewide surged to new highs. Health officials reported a daily record of 3,675 new COVID-19 infections, and 12 related deaths.
With the coronavirus surging, more retail stores are shutting down in-person sales ahead of the critical holiday shopping season. Lujan Grisham offered few details on her relief package, noting that she has been in discussions with legislative leaders.