Luján Delivers Over $202 Million for Vital New Mexico Projects

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) announced over $202 million in federal funding secured for New Mexico in the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill and Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies (MilCon-VA) Appropriations Bill.

In both appropriations bills that were signed into law, Senator Luján successfully secured $202,188,000 in Congressionally Directed Spending for 13 critical New Mexico projects. In the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies (MilCon-VA) Appropriations Bill, Senator Luján secured $195,250,000 for New Mexico projects. In the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill, Senator Luján secured $6,938,000 for New Mexico projects.

"From strengthening our military's capabilities to improving emergency services, these critical appropriations bills that were signed into law will deliver meaningful support to communities across New Mexico," said Senator Luján. "New Mexicans deserve stronger infrastructure, safer communities, and greater opportunities for the next generation. That's why I fought for this funding, and I'm proud that over $202 million in federal funding will now be available for New Mexico."

"While I'm grateful to have secured these funds, the process by which these bills passed was deeply frustrating. With costs so high, we must do more to ensure life remains affordable for New Mexico families. I remain committed to extending the ACA tax credits and preventing insurance premiums from skyrocketing," continued Senator Luján.

Bill summaries of the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies funding bill and Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Related Agencies funding bill areavailable here.

Senator Luján Delivered Over $202 Million for the Following Local Projects:

Strengthening New Mexico's Air Force Bases:

• $80,000,000 for Cannon Air Force Base to construct a 192-bed dormitory. Secured by Senator Luján and Senator Heinrich.
• $8,100,000 for Cannon Air Force Base to make infrastructure for the ADAL Security Forces Facility. Secured by Senator Luján and Senator Heinrich.
• $700,000 for Holloman Air Force Base to make infrastructure upgrades specifically designed for the Holloman High Speed Test Track. Secured by Senator Luján and Senator Heinrich.
• $83,000,000 for Kirtland Air Force Base to construct a Space Rapid Capabilities Office. Secured by Senator Luján and Senator Heinrich.
• $18,250,000 for Kirtland Air Force Base to construct a new Explosive Operations Building. Supported by Senator Luján and secured by Senator Heinrich.
• $3,200,000 for Kirtland Air Force Base to construct a Child Development Center. Supported by Senator Luján and secured by Senator Heinrich.
• $2,000,000 for Kirtland Air Force Base to make infrastructure upgrades, specifically design for the Wyoming Gate Project. Secured by Senator Luján and Senator Heinrich.

Fire and Emergency Response in Northern New Mexico:

• $1,100,000 for Rio Arriba County to modernize and upgrade firefighting communications equipment, including radios and repeater towers, to ensure timely emergency responses. Secured by Senator Luján and Senator Heinrich.
• $750,000 for the Truchas Volunteer Fire Department to enhance the department's ability to respond to emergencies. Secured by Senator Luján and Senator Heinrich.
• $1,000,000 for San Juan County to purchase a new fire ladder truck. Secured by Senator Luján, Senator Heinrich, and Representative Leger Fernández .

Community Infrastructure in Central and Southern New Mexico:

• $1,513,000 for the Town of Estancia to renovate their town hall and community center. Secured by Senator Luján and Representative Stansbury.
• $1,000,000 for the Town of Mesilla to renovate its town hall complex. Secured by Senator Luján, Senator Heinrich, and Representative Vasquez.

Early Childhood Education in Southwestern New Mexico:

• $1,575,000 for HELP New Mexico, Inc. to expand their early childhood education campus in Luna County. Secured by Senator Luján and Senator Heinrich.

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