NMED seeks approval to enact clean fuels rule by end of the year
As the Trump administration attacks states' efforts to combat climate change, New Mexico pushes ahead with its plans to create a market place for clean fuels.
Last week, the New Mexico Environment Department proposed the Clean Transportation Fuel Program to the state's Environmental Improvement Board, which, if approved, would be the fourth one in the country.
A public comment period on the 112-page draft rule is expected to start in mid-June, according to an NMED news release, with a request to schedule the required hearings this fall.
The draft rule follows the New Mexico Legislature's 2024 passage of House Bill 41, which mandated the environment department create a market to incentivize less vehicular pollution and the state reduce emissions by 20% by 2030 and 30% by 2040. The law sets a deadline of July 1, 2026 for the adoption of rules creating the marketplace.
Officials and proponents say the program is meant to reduce pollution over time by allowing cleaner fuel companies — using electricity or diesel made from refined plants like corn or soybeans — to sell credits to sellers of more polluting fuels. In its proposed rule, NMED created an objective measure, called the clean fuel standard, to determine the total greenhouse emissions of a fuel.
The standard measures the 'well-to-wheel' intensity, said Michelle Miano, who leads NMED's Environmental Protection Division.
'It includes the drilling of the well, taking up petroleum or fossil products from the well, what it takes to refine, take to market and go to sale,' she said. 'We are calculating the carbon intensity of that entire lifecycle and we're doing that for all the different kinds of fuels.'
Miano said the marketplace meets the goals of diversifying the economy; working to curb pollution; and incentivizing fuel producers to reduce their carbon footprints.
New Mexico would be the fourth state to adopt this kind of program, behind California, Washington and Oregon. Miano said the program will be entirely state-run, and doesn't require federal input.
'This is a state program and state law, so no matter what happens at the federal level, this program will remain in place so that the economic benefits are received by New Mexico, regardless of federal movements,' Miano said.
Transportation ranks as New Mexico's second-largest source of greenhouse gas emissions behind oil and gas production, according to Travis Madsen, the transportation program director at the Southwest Energy Efficiency Project, a nonprofit that advocates for electrification across the intermountain West.
'Most of that is burning petroleum in cars and trucks,' he told Source NM. 'And in order to reduce those emissions, we need to move our transportation and energy supplies towards less emitting, or zero-emitting energy sources — that's what the clean fuel standard aims to do.'
Madsen said the efforts to use renewables on the electrical grid and the further adoption of electric cars at home could translate to cost-savings.
'Using electricity instead of gasoline can provide some major savings on fuel costs for residents or businesses, and I'm expecting that the net effect of this policy is going to be that New Mexicans save money,' he said.
Madsen referenced recent proposals from House Republicans to gut clean energy tax credits and pollution rules as a driving reason for New Mexico to create the program.
'I think the federal government is definitely not moving toward emission reductions and is probably moving away. That would push things in the wrong direction and make it harder for New Mexico to achieve those pollution reduction goals that it set out,' he said. 'I think it's even more important now that New Mexico pursues actions that it can take on its own without the help of the federal government — the clean fuel standard is a prime example of that.'
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Momentum. Growth. Results. Regions reports second quarter 2025 earnings of $534 million, earnings per diluted share of $0.59; Adjusted earnings (1) of $538 million, adjusted earnings per diluted share (1) of $0.60
BIRMINGHAM, Ala.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regions Financial Corp. (NYSE:RF) today reported earnings for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. The company reported second quarter net income available to common shareholders of $534 million and diluted earnings per common share of $0.59. Adjusted net income available to common shareholders (1) was $538 million, and adjusted diluted earnings per common share (1) was $0.60. Compared to the second quarter of 2024, reported and adjusted net income available to common shareholders (1) increased 12 percent and 10 percent, respectively. The company reported $1.9 billion in total revenue during the second quarter, including $832 million in pre-tax pre-provision income (1). "Our second quarter results demonstrate continued momentum across our franchise and the benefits of the strategic investments we've made in talent, technology, and capabilities," said John Turner, Chairman, President and CEO of Regions Financial Corp. Turner added, "We are experiencing solid deposit growth, disciplined loan production, and strong performance across fee-based businesses, including Treasury Management and Wealth Management. As we modernize our platforms and expand further in key growth areas across our footprint, we remain committed to executing our plan while generating top-quartile returns and long-term value for our shareholders. Our strong performance is the result of remaining focused on the financial needs and opportunities of our clients and operating in a responsible manner for the benefit of the people we serve." Non-GAAP adjusted items (1) impacting the company's earnings are identified to assist investors in analyzing Regions' operating results on the same basis as that applied by management and provide a basis to predict future performance. See "Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" below for more information. Total revenue Quarter Ended ($ amounts in millions) 6/30/2025 3/31/2025 6/30/2024 2Q25 vs. 1Q25 2Q25 vs. 2Q24 Net interest income $ 1,259 $ 1,194 $ 1,186 $ 65 5.4 % $ 73 6.2 % Taxable equivalent adjustment 12 12 12 — — % — — % Net interest income, taxable equivalent basis $ 1,271 $ 1,206 $ 1,198 $ 65 5.4 % $ 73 6.1 % Net interest margin (FTE) 3.65 % 3.52 % 3.51 % Non-interest income: Service charges on deposit accounts $ 151 $ 161 $ 151 $ (10 ) (6.2 )% $ — — % Card and ATM fees 125 117 120 8 6.8 % 5 4.2 % Wealth management income 133 129 122 4 3.1 % 11 9.0 % Capital markets income 83 80 68 3 3.8 % 15 22.1 % Mortgage income 48 40 34 8 20.0 % 14 41.2 % Commercial credit fee income 29 27 28 2 7.4 % 1 3.6 % Bank-owned life insurance 24 23 30 1 4.3 % (6 ) (20.0 )% Market value adjustments on employee benefit assets* 16 (3 ) 2 19 NM 14 NM Securities gains (losses), net (1 ) (25 ) (50 ) 24 96.0 % 49 98.0 % Other miscellaneous income 38 41 40 (3 ) (7.3 )% (2 ) (5.0 )% Non-interest income $ 646 $ 590 $ 545 $ 56 9.5 % $ 101 18.5 % Adjusted non-interest income (non-GAAP) (1) $ 646 $ 615 $ 595 $ 31 5.0 % $ 51 8.6 % Total revenue $ 1,905 $ 1,784 $ 1,731 $ 121 6.8 % $ 174 10.1 % Adjusted total revenue (non-GAAP) (1) $ 1,905 $ 1,809 $ 1,781 $ 96 5.3 % $ 124 7.0 % NM - Not Meaningful * These market value adjustments relate to assets held for employee and director benefits that are offset within salaries and employee benefits and other non-interest expense. 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Expand Non-interest expense increased 3 percent on a reported basis and 4 percent on an adjusted basis (1) compared to the first quarter of 2025. As expected, salaries and benefits increased 5 percent driven primarily by one additional work day in the quarter, a full quarter's impact of the company's March 1st merit increases, higher revenue-based incentives, and the offset to market value adjustments on employee benefit assets recorded in non-interest income. Equipment and software expense increased 5 percent attributable primarily to the timing of projects and the related depreciation expense. Professional, legal and regulatory expenses increased 22 percent due primarily to the timing of third-party engagements and changes to legal expenses. The company's second quarter efficiency ratio was 56.0 percent and the effective tax rate was 20.3 percent. 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Average business loans remained stable during the quarter, while average consumer loans decreased slightly. Growth in ending loans was attributable primarily to commercial and industrial loans within structured products and manufacturing. End of Period Deposits 6/30/2025 6/30/2025 ($ amounts in millions) 6/30/2025 3/31/2025 6/30/2024 vs. 3/31/2025 vs. 6/30/2024 Consumer Bank Segment $ 79,953 $ 80,627 $ 80,126 $ (674 ) (0.8 )% $ (173 ) (0.2 )% Corporate Bank Segment 40,101 39,696 36,529 405 1.0 % 3,572 9.8 % Wealth Management Segment 7,352 7,798 7,383 (446 ) (5.7 )% (31 ) (0.4 )% Other 3,513 2,850 2,578 663 23.3 % 935 36.3 % Total Deposits $ 130,919 $ 130,971 $ 126,616 $ (52 ) — % $ 4,303 3.4 % NM - Not meaningful. Expand The company's deposit base continues to be a source of strength and an industry differentiator in liquidity and margin performance. 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Over the past 10 years, Regions has increased its common stock dividend just over 10 percent on a compound annual growth rate basis, the highest level across the company's peer group. The company's liquidity position also remained robust with total available liquidity as of June 30, 2025, of approximately $65 billion, which includes cash held at the Federal Reserve, FHLB borrowing capacity, unencumbered securities, and capacity at the Federal Reserve's facilities such as the Discount Window or Standing Repo Facility. These sources are sufficient to cover uninsured deposits at a ratio of approximately 185 percent as of quarter-end (excluding intercompany and secured deposits). (1) Non-GAAP; refer to reconciliations on pages 12, 16, 17, 18 and 19 of the financial supplement to this earnings release included as Exhibit 99.2 to the company's Current Report on Form 8-K that was furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 18, 2025. (2) Current quarter Common Equity Tier 1 and Tier 1 capital ratios are estimated. Expand Conference Call In addition to the live audio webcast at 10 a.m. ET on Jul. 18, 2025, an archived recording of the webcast will be available at the Investor Relations page at following the live event. About Regions Financial Corporation Regions Financial Corporation (NYSE:RF), with $159 billion in assets, is a member of the S&P 500 Index and is one of the nation's largest full-service providers of consumer and commercial banking, wealth management, and mortgage products and services. Regions serves customers across the South, Midwest and Texas, and through its subsidiary, Regions Bank, operates approximately 1,250 banking offices and more than 2,000 ATMs. Regions Bank is an Equal Housing Lender and Member FDIC. Additional information about Regions and its full line of products and services can be found at Forward-Looking Statements This release and the accompanying earnings call may include forward-looking statements as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In addition, the company, through its senior management, may from time to time make forward-looking public statements concerning the matters described herein. The words 'future,' 'anticipates,' 'assumes,' 'intends,' 'plans,' 'seeks,' 'believes,' 'predicts,' 'potential,' 'objectives,' 'estimates,' 'expects,' 'targets,' 'projects,' 'outlook,' 'forecast,' 'would,' 'will,' 'may,' 'might,' 'could,' 'should,' 'can,' and similar terms and expressions often signify forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are subject to the risk that the actual effects may differ, possibly materially, from what is reflected in those forward-looking statements due to factors and future developments that are uncertain, unpredictable and in many cases beyond our control. Forward-looking statements are not based on historical information, but rather are related to future operations, strategies, financial results or other developments. Forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations as well as certain assumptions and estimates made by, and information available to, management at the time the statements are made. Those statements are based on general assumptions and are subject to various risks, and because they also relate to the future they are likewise subject to inherent uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from the views, beliefs and projections expressed in such statements. Therefore, we caution you against relying on any of these forward-looking statements. These risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but are not limited to, those described below: Current and future economic and market conditions in the United States generally or in the communities we serve (in particular the Southeastern United States), including the effects of possible declines in property values, increases in interest rates and unemployment rates, inflation, financial market disruptions and potential reductions of economic growth, which may adversely affect our lending and other businesses and our financial results and conditions. Possible changes in trade, monetary and fiscal policies of, and other activities undertaken by, governments, agencies, central banks and similar organizations, including tariffs, which could have a material adverse effect on our businesses and our financial results and conditions. Changes in market interest rates or capital markets could adversely affect our revenue and expense, the value of assets (such as our portfolio of investment securities) and obligations, as well as the availability and cost of capital and liquidity. Volatility and uncertainty about the direction of interest rates and the timing of any changes, which may lead to increased costs for businesses and consumers and potentially contribute to poor business and economic conditions generally. Possible changes in the creditworthiness of customers and the possible impairment of the collectability of loans and leases. Changes in the speed of loan prepayments, loan origination and sale volumes, charge-offs, credit loss provisions or actual credit losses where our allowance for credit losses may not be adequate to cover our eventual losses. Possible acceleration of prepayments on mortgage-backed securities due to declining interest rates, and the related acceleration of premium amortization on those securities. Possible changes in consumer and business spending and saving habits and the related effect on our ability to increase assets and to attract deposits, which could adversely affect our net income. Loss of customer checking and savings account deposits as customers pursue other, higher-yield investments, or the need to price interest-bearing deposits higher due to competitive forces. Either of these activities could increase our funding costs. Possible downgrades in our credit ratings or outlook could, among other negative impacts, increase the costs of funding from capital markets. The loss of value of our investment portfolio could negatively impact market perceptions of us. Our ability to manage fluctuations in the value of assets and liabilities and off-balance sheet exposure so as to maintain sufficient capital and liquidity to support our businesses. The effects of social media on market perceptions of us and banks generally. The effects of problems encountered by other financial institutions that adversely affect us or the banking industry generally could require us to change certain business practices, reduce our revenue, impose additional costs on us, or otherwise negatively affect our businesses. Volatility in the financial services industry (including failures or rumors of failures of other depository institutions), along with actions taken by governmental agencies to address such turmoil, could affect the ability of depository institutions, including us, to attract and retain depositors and to borrow or raise capital. Our ability to effectively compete with other traditional and non-traditional financial services companies, including fintechs, some of which possess greater financial resources than we do or are subject to different regulatory standards than we are. Our inability to develop and gain acceptance from current and prospective customers for new products and services and the enhancement of existing products and services to meet customers' needs and respond to emerging technological trends in a timely manner could have a negative impact on our revenue. Our inability to keep pace with technological changes, including those related to the offering of digital banking and financial services, could result in losing business to competitors. The development and use of AI presents risks and challenges that may impact our business. Our ability to execute on our strategic and operational plans, including our ability to fully realize the financial and nonfinancial benefits relating to our strategic initiatives. The risks and uncertainties related to our acquisition or divestiture of businesses and risks related to such acquisitions, including that the expected synergies, cost savings and other financial or other benefits may not be realized within expected timeframes, or might be less than projected; and difficulties in integrating acquired businesses. The success of our marketing efforts in attracting and retaining customers. Our ability to achieve our expense management initiatives. Changes in commodity market prices and conditions could adversely affect the cash flows of our borrowers operating in industries that are impacted by changes in commodity prices (including businesses indirectly impacted by commodities prices such as businesses that transport commodities or manufacture equipment used in the production of commodities), which could impair the ability of those borrowers to service any loans outstanding to them and/or reduce demand for loans in those industries. The effects of geopolitical instability, including wars, conflicts, civil unrest, and terrorist attacks and the potential impact, directly or indirectly, on our businesses. Fraud, theft or other misconduct conducted by external parties, including our customers and business partners, or by our employees. Any inaccurate or incomplete information provided to us by our customers or counterparties. Inability of our framework to manage risks associated with our businesses, such as credit risk and operational risk, including third-party vendors and other service providers, which inability could, among other things, result in a breach of operating or security systems as a result of a cyber-attack or similar act or failure to deliver our services effectively. Our ability to identify and address operational risks associated with the introduction of or changes to products, services, or delivery platforms. Dependence on key suppliers or vendors to obtain equipment and other supplies for our businesses on acceptable terms. The inability of our internal controls and procedures to prevent, detect or mitigate any material errors or fraudulent acts. Our ability to identify and address cyber-security risks such as data security breaches, malware, ransomware, 'denial of service' attacks, 'hacking' and identity theft, including account take-overs, a failure of which could disrupt our businesses and result in the disclosure of and/or misuse or misappropriation of confidential or proprietary information, disruption or damage to our systems, increased costs, losses, or adverse effects to our reputation. The effects of the failure of any component of our business infrastructure provided by a third party could disrupt our businesses, result in the disclosure of and/or misuse of confidential information or proprietary information, increase our costs, negatively affect our reputation, and cause losses. The effects of any developments, changes or actions relating to any litigation or regulatory proceedings brought against us or any of our subsidiaries. The costs, including possibly incurring fines, penalties, or other negative effects (including reputational harm) of any adverse judicial, administrative, or arbitral rulings or proceedings, regulatory enforcement actions or other legal actions to which we or any of our subsidiaries are a party, and which may adversely affect our results. Changes in laws and regulations affecting our businesses, including legislation and regulations relating to bank products and services, such as changes to debit card interchange fees, special FDIC assessments, any new long-term debt requirements, as well as changes in the enforcement and interpretation of such laws and regulations by applicable governmental and self-regulatory agencies, including as a result of the changes in U.S. presidential administration, control of the U.S. Congress, and changes in personnel at the bank regulatory agencies, which could require us to change certain business practices, increase compliance risk, reduce our revenue, impose additional costs on us, or otherwise negatively affect our businesses. Our capital actions, including dividend payments, common stock repurchases, or redemptions of preferred stock, must not cause us to fall below minimum capital ratio requirements, with applicable buffers taken into account, and must comply with other requirements and restrictions under law or imposed by our regulators, which may impact our ability to return capital to shareholders. Our ability to comply with stress testing and capital planning requirements (as part of the CCAR process or otherwise) may continue to require a significant investment of our managerial resources due to the importance of such tests and requirements. Our ability to comply with applicable capital and liquidity requirements (including, among other things, the Basel III Rules), including our ability to generate capital internally or raise capital on favorable terms, and if we fail to meet requirements, our financial condition and market perceptions of us could be negatively impacted. Our ability to recruit and retain talented and experienced personnel to assist in the development, management and operation of our products and services may be affected by changes in laws and regulations in effect from time to time. Our ability to receive dividends from our subsidiaries, in particular Regions Bank, could affect our liquidity and ability to pay dividends to shareholders. Fluctuations in the price of our common stock and inability to complete stock repurchases in the time frame and/or on the terms anticipated. The effects of anti-takeover laws and exclusive forum provision in our certificate of incorporation and bylaws. The effect of new tax legislation and/or interpretation of existing tax law, which may impact our earnings, capital ratios and our ability to return capital to shareholders. Changes in accounting policies or procedures as may be required by the FASB or other regulatory agencies could materially affect our financial statements and how we report those results, and expectations and preliminary analyses relating to how such changes will affect our financial results could prove incorrect. Any impairment of our goodwill or other intangibles, any repricing of assets or any adjustment of valuation allowances on our deferred tax assets due to changes in tax law, adverse changes in the economic environment declining operations of the reporting unit or other factors. The effects of man-made and natural disasters, including fires, floods, droughts, tornadoes, hurricanes and environmental damage (especially in the Southeastern United States), which may negatively affect our operations and/or our loan portfolios and increase our cost of conducting business. The severity and frequency of future earthquakes, fires, hurricanes, tornadoes, droughts, floods and other weather-related events are difficult to predict and may be exacerbated by global climate change. The impact of pandemics on our businesses, operations and financial results and conditions. The duration and severity of any pandemic as well as government actions or other restrictions in connection with such events could disrupt the global economy, adversely affect our capital and liquidity position, impair the ability of borrowers to repay outstanding loans and increase our allowance for credit losses, impair collateral values and result in lost revenue or additional expenses. The effects of any damage to our reputation resulting from developments related to any of the items identified above. Other risks identified from time to time in reports that we file with the SEC. The foregoing list of factors is not exhaustive. For discussion of these and other factors that may cause actual results to differ from expectations, look under the captions 'Forward-Looking Statements' and 'Risk Factors' in Regions' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and in Regions' subsequent filings with the SEC. You should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date made. Factors or events that could cause our actual results to differ may emerge from time to time, and it is not possible to predict all of them. We assume no obligation and do not intend to update or revise any forward-looking statements that are made from time to time, either as a result of future developments, new information or otherwise, except as may be required by law. Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures Management uses pre-tax pre-provision income (non-GAAP), adjusted pre-tax pre-provision income (non-GAAP), the adjusted efficiency ratio (non-GAAP), the adjusted fee income ratio (non-GAAP), as well as adjusted net income available to common shareholders (non-GAAP) and adjusted diluted EPS (non-GAAP) to monitor performance and believes these measures provide meaningful information to investors. Non-interest expense (GAAP) is presented excluding certain adjustments to arrive at adjusted non-interest expense (non-GAAP), which is the numerator for the adjusted efficiency ratio. Non-interest income (GAAP) is presented excluding certain adjustments to arrive at adjusted non-interest income (non-GAAP), which is the numerator for the adjusted fee income ratio. Adjusted non-interest income (non-GAAP) and adjusted non-interest expense (non-GAAP) are used to determine adjusted pre-tax pre-provision income (non-GAAP). Net interest income (GAAP) on a taxable-equivalent basis and non-interest income are added together to arrive at total revenue on a taxable-equivalent basis. Adjustments are made to arrive at adjusted total revenue on a taxable-equivalent basis (non-GAAP), which is the denominator for the adjusted fee income and adjusted efficiency ratios. Net income available to common shareholders (GAAP) is presented excluding certain adjustments, net of tax, to arrive at adjusted net income available to common shareholders (non-GAAP), which is the numerator for adjusted diluted EPS (non-GAAP). Regions believes that the exclusion of these adjustments provides a meaningful basis for period-to-period comparisons, which management believes will assist investors in analyzing the operating results of the company and predicting future performance. These non-GAAP financial measures are also used by management to assess the performance of Regions' business. It is possible that the activities related to the adjustments may recur; however, management does not consider the activities related to the adjustments to be indications of ongoing operations. Regions believes that presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures will permit investors to assess the performance of the company on the same basis as that applied by management. Tangible common book value per share is calculated by dividing tangible common shareholders' equity (non·GAAP) by tangible assets (non-GAAP). The numerator for tangible book value per share (non·GAAP), tangible common shareholders' equity (non·GAAP), is calculated by excluding intangible assets and the deferred tax liability related to intangible assets from common shareholders' equity (GAAP). The denominator for tangible book value per share (non-GAAP), tangible assets (non-GAAP), is calculated by excluding intangible assets and the deferred tax liability related to intangible assets from total assets (non-GAAP). Tangible common shareholders' equity ratios have become a focus of some investors and management believes they may assist investors in analyzing the capital position of the company absent the effects of intangible assets and preferred stock. Analysts and banking regulators have assessed Regions' capital adequacy using the tangible common shareholders' equity measure. Because tangible common shareholders' equity is not formally defined by GAAP or prescribed in any amount by federal banking regulations it is currently considered to be a non-GAAP financial measure and other entities may calculate it differently than Regions' disclosed calculations. Since analysts and banking regulators may assess Regions' capital adequacy using tangible common shareholders' equity to tangible assets, management believes that it is useful to provide investors the ability to assess Regions' capital adequacy on this same basis. Non-GAAP financial measures have inherent limitations, are not required to be uniformly applied and are not audited. Although these non-GAAP financial measures are frequently used by stakeholders in the evaluation of a company, they have limitations as analytical tools, and should not be considered in isolation, or as a substitute for analyses of results as reported under GAAP. In particular, a measure of earnings that excludes selected items does not represent the amount that effectively accrues directly to stockholders. Additionally, our non-GAAP financial measures may not be comparable to similar non-GAAP financial measures used by other companies and there is no certainty that we will not incur expenses in the future that are similar to those excluded in the calculations of non-GAAP financial measures presented herein. Management and the Board of Directors utilize non-GAAP measures as follows: Preparation of Regions' operating budgets Monthly financial performance reporting Monthly close-out reporting of consolidated results (management only) Presentation to investors of company performance Metrics for incentive compensation See the company's Financial Supplement, included as Exhibit 99.2 to the company's Current Report on Form 8-K furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 18, 2025, for reconciliations of and additional information regarding the company's non-GAAP financial measures.
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- New York Post
Idaho AG bans ‘Everyone is Welcome Here' signs at public schools, says the ‘political statement' violates state law
Idaho's attorney general has ruled that the 'Everyone is Welcome Here' signs that stirred up controversy for 'inadvertently' sparking division must be removed from every public school in the state. A legal opinion was released on Friday by Attorney General Raúl Labrador's office that officially banned signs like the one Lewis and Clark Middle School teacher Sarah Inama displayed in her classroom in February. The AG's office found that banners like Inama's, which read 'Everyone is Welcome Here,' violates the state's vague House Bill 41 prohibiting flags or banners alluding to or depicting any political viewpoint in public schools. Advertisement 'These signs are part of an ideological/social movement which started in Twin Cities, Minnesota following the 2016 election of Donald Trump. Since that time, the signs have been used by the Democratic party as a political statement. The Idaho Democratic Party even sells these signs as part of its fundraising efforts,' the office's statement said. 3 A legal opinion released by the Idaho Attorney General's Office determined that the 'Everyone is Welcome Here' banner can't be hung in public schools. KTVB-TV Inama made headlines last winter when the West Ada School District ordered her to remove her 'Everyone is Welcome Here' sign featuring cartoon hands in various skin tones. Advertisement Inama originally took the poster down, but had a change of heart and put it back up over the weekend. The district administration asserted that Inama needed to take it down because the message 'is not something that everybody believes,' she told KTVB. According to emails from the district obtained by the Idaho Statesman, the district took issue with the different skin-toned hands, which apparently violated the state's requirement that all displayed content be 'neutral and conducive to a positive learning environment.' 3 The opinion asserted that the banner was 'part of an ideological/social movement.' Advertisement The Idaho Democratic Party started to sell the merchandise inspired by the posters on March 25 'after hearing from Idahoans who wanted a way to show support for Ms. Inama,' the party's communications director Avery Roberts wrote in an email to The Post. 'Across the state, parents and teachers, regardless of their political affiliations, want children to have a fair shot. They're working hard to build strong public schools where every student feels welcome and has the support they need to succeed,' Roberts wrote. 3 The teacher at the center of the poster controversy has hung up the poster annually since 2017. Lewis and Clark Middle School 'We're not doing this to make money. The signs and stickers barely cover costs. What matters is the message. Taking a stand against discrimination shouldn't be a partisan issue, and we hope leaders in every party see it that way.' Advertisement The office's opinion goes on to note that Inama began displaying the signs in her classroom shortly after Trump's first term in 2017 and accused her of hanging it to 'share her personal, ideological beliefs.' Per the office's opinion, certain types of student artwork could also be prohibited from being hung in schools.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Yahoo
NM uranium mine proposals receive Trump priority designation
An anti-uranium advocate stands during a protest in Window Rock, Ariz. in April, part of a protest against new uranium mines proposed around the Navajo Nation, including the sacred Mount Taylor area. The federal Permitting Council recently listed three uranium projects in New Mexico as projects it is seeking to streamline. (Photo by Patrick Lohmann / Source NM) A federal council recently placed two proposed uranium mines in New Mexico on a select list of mining projects nationwide to receive streamlined federal permitting consideration, a designation the project's owner says results from President Donald Trump's push to accelerate nuclear energy production. The Jara Mesa and Crownpoint-Churchrock mine projects are now two of six mining projects nationwide to get what's known as the 'FAST-41' designation, established under the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act. The designation means the projects will receive 'focused, hands-on permitting support' that aims to improve coordination and efficiency among federal agencies, according to the federal Permitting Council. The council notes, however, the designation doesn't change any law or regulation, environmental or otherwise, required for federal permitting. Long-stalled NM uranium mines now 'priority projects' at Cibola Forest, leader tells employees As a result of the change, three of six mining projects nationwide to receive the designation are in New Mexico, as the Grants Precision project was added in early May. The other three projects on the list are in Arizona, California and Colorado. The permitting website shows both projects were added to the list May 30, and, last week, Laramide Resources, the company trying to build the mine in McKinley County, touted the mines' inclusion as part of Trump's domestic energy agenda. 'As momentum builds around a new era for nuclear power, it is important to recognize that uranium is the fundamental starting point of the entire fuel cycle,' Laramide CEO Marc Henderson said in a June 2 news release. The statement cited a May 23 Trump executive order supporting the acceleration of nuclear development in the United States. In addition to the FAST-41 designation, the Jara Mesa is one of two proposed uranium in the Mount Taylor Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest that forest leaders have deemed 'priority projects,' as Source New Mexico reported in March. The Jara Mesa mine's proximity to Mount Taylor, a sacred mountain to the Navajo Nation and several pueblos in New Mexico, is one reason anti-nuclear opponents have forcefully pushed back against the mine for more than a decade. They also cite the legacy of the uranium mining industry in New Mexico, which has left decades of radioactive and cancer-causing waste in its wake. New Mexico delegation, radiation victims renew call for compensation In addition to the Jara Mesa Mine, the Crownpoint-Church Rock mine was also added to the FAST-41 list in late May. Laramide Resources touted the project as 'one of the largest undeveloped uranium deposits in the U.S.,' which 'has the potential to play a central role in securing a domestic supply of this critical mineral.' A regulator with the state's Mining and Minerals Division recently told Source New Mexico that, even though the federal government is seeking to streamline its approval of the uranium projects, the state will take its time for a review. He also said no project can legally move forward without a state permit, even though the mines lie largely on federal land. An environmental lawyer in New Mexico also told Source that the Trump administration's efforts to gut federal environmental impact reviews is likely illegal and would be subject to litigation if he tried to cut them in New Mexico. The Laramide statement says while the FAST-41 designation helps its goal of breaking ground in what would be the first new uranium mine in New Mexico in more than 50 years, 'continued policy support will be essential to overcome the longstanding regulatory and permitting challenges that have constrained U.S. uranium production.' Trump's push for Southwest uranium will face stiff state review The other uranium mine proposal near Mount Taylor, known as Roca Honda, does not appear on the FAST-41 list. But it is on a list of 'transparency' projects, one of about 20 selected by the federal Permitting Council to improve the public's understanding of how the projects are progressing. Because of the designations, the public gleans a clearer sense of when the federal permits might be granted: For La Jara Mesa, permitting is expected to be approved in March 2028; for Roca Honda, it's November of 2027. The permitting website does not provide an estimate of when Crownpoint-Churchrock mine might receive a federal permit. The United States Forest Service oversees the La Jara Mesa project, whilehe Nuclear Regulatory Commission is listed as the agency overseeing the Crownpoint-Churchrock and Grants Precision project.
