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Higher education leaders grilled on funding, return on investment by lawmakers

The article from the Albuquerque Journal discusses the ongoing debate over the potential expansion of the New Mexico Legislature. Currently, New Mexico has one of the smallest legislatures in the U.S., with only 112 members, and it is also the only state with an unpaid legislature. Proponents for expansion argue that increasing the number of legislators would allow for better representation, especially in growing urban areas like Albuquerque, and could lead to more effective governance by reducing the workload on individual legislators. Critics, however, worry about the costs associated with more legislators, the potential for increased partisanship, and the challenge of managing a larger legislative body. The article highlights various perspectives, including those from current legislators, political analysts, and citizens, reflecting a mix of support for change and caution about unintended consequences.

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[ https://www.abqjournal.com/news/article_0ebbba1a-b7d6-11ef-b53a-47037b42ce41.html ]