On Monday, the New Mexico House Government, Elections, and Indian Affairs Committee advanced a bill, H.J.R. 12, which would allow recall of public officers in the executive and legislative branches of government.
The bill, which is sponsored by Rep. Stefani Lord (R-Sandia Park) and Rep. Randall Pettigrew (R-Lea), had 13-2 support by members of the public, with 87% of attendees voting in support of the bill in a poll.
Supporters of the bill, such as Piñon Post editor John Block commented that the bill would provide a much-needed “added layer of accountability” for public officials to vote correctly and carry out the will of the people while in office. There were no attendees who commented against the resolution.
Far-left state Rep. Gail Chasey (D-Bernalillo) attempted to stop the bill by asking for members to table it. That motion died on a vote of 3-2, with state Rep. Daymon Ely (D-Corrales) voting against Chasey and all the other Democrats on the committee.
The resolutions ultimately passed with Rep. Ely’s support and it now heads over to House Judiciary Committee for consideration.
Rep. Chasey had an issue with the succession process for a recalled public official while Rep. Ely had an issue with reasons given for recall in the bill.
Nothing included regarding the executive branch ? If the governor doesn’t do the job, we need to be able to recall any ‘elected’ or seated public servant.
Hi Ellen,
From how I read it, this HB bill DOES include the executive branch. Unfortunately, this proposed bill wouldn’t do much for the damage shes already done (this late into her term) even if the Dictator were recalled today ! And, don’t forget, who (aside from God Himself) would execute the recall (being surrounded by criminals just like her). However, we can hope, AND PRAY !
It includes statewide offices which certainly includes the governors office among other state wide positions.
Thank God for those rare people like Stephanie Lord who refuse to bow down and pander to our Dictator, MLG. There are a few others up there in the “castle”, but not enough to overrule Her Highness.
We’re praying for you ALL, and especially that you Reps and Senators (you know who you are) to grow a spine, do what you were elected to do, and be a servant to the people. Not an OPPRESSOR !
New Mexico has had ENOUGH !
Totally Agree