by Webmaster | 10 Jan 2026 | District 44, News
Representative Cates was instrumental in bringing a new program to Alameda Elementary School. With the help of Rio Rancho-based nonprofit R4Creating, students participate in “Genius Hour,” an initiative of Albuquerque Public Schools. Genius Hour allows for...
by Webmaster | 8 Jan 2026 | News
Bill aims to address juvenile’s criminal records and potential gun ownership as adults House Bill 25, introduced by Rep. Kathleen Cates, can help prevent repeat violence: “A bill pre-filed for the 30-day session aims to address people who commit gun crimes as...
by Webmaster | 7 Jan 2026 | News
Representative Cates is receiving wide coverage and support for her bill to stop book banning in public libraries. Read Source New Mexico for an in-depth article: “Ahead of the upcoming 30-day legislative session, a state lawmaker has introduced the first in an...
by Webmaster | 3 Dec 2025 | District 44, News
Our office will be closed for Winter Break Dec 22, 2025- Jan 2, 2026 and will reopen on Jan 5, 2026. For assistance on these days please call 505-946-5644 or email kathleen.cates@nmlegis.gov
by Webmaster | 3 Dec 2025 | District 44, News, Newsletter
The December issue of Catching up with Cates is now available. Headlines include: Holiday Markets PB&J Family Services Holiday Wish Program Animal Food Drive Information and Resources for Sandoval and Bernalillo Counties, including food banks and utility...
by Webmaster | 1 Dec 2025 | District 44, News
“Across the country — and right here in New Mexico — we’re seeing a disturbing rise in efforts to ban books from public libraries and schools. Often, these book banning campaigns target stories by and about LGBTQIA+ individuals, communities of color, and other...
