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New Mexicans share thoughts on proposed bills to address gun violence in state

A Smith & Wesson Model 57 revolver chambered in .41 magnum.
Jonny Coker
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A Smith & Wesson Model 57 revolver chambered in .41 magnum.

During this legislative session, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham called on state lawmakers to adopt firearm-related bills to address gun violence. As lawmakers debate legislation, some New Mexicans are applauding the effort, while others feel that the legislation will only hurt law-abiding citizens. KRWG's Jonny Coker has more on the issue.

Also, on this program we discuss the annual New Mexico KIDS COUNT Databook report on child well-being. Anthony Moreno talks with Emily Wildau, Senior Research & Policy Analyst for New Mexico Voices for Children to gain more insight on this year’s report.

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  • New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham recently called on local lawmakers to adopt several firearm-related bills to address gun violence in the state. As the bills move through the Roundhouse, some New Mexicans are applauding the effort, while others feel that the legislation will only hurt law-abiding citizens. KRWG's Jonny Coker has more.