Kathleen Interviewed by Rio Rancho Radio
Listen to Kathleen’s 15 January interview on Rio Rancho Radio
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Representative Cates interviewed by Sandoval Signpost
“State Rep. Kathleen Cates is focused on water, public safety and healthcare in Sandoval County” Jesse Jones interviews Rep. Kathleen Cates: “State Rep. Kathleen Cates, a Rio Rancho Democrat, is fresh off her reelection for District 44 and just began her second term. She said she is ready to address some of Sandoval County’s most…
Get rid of water-guzzling grass at government buildings
With the state in a water crisis, Rep Cates has proposed legislation that would eliminate nonfunctional turf around government installations, replacing lawns with drought resistant landscaping. Her legislation will help preserve New Mexico’s supply of drinkable water. See KRQE coverage here.
15 Jan 2024: Library Bill Coverage on KRQE-13
HB123, Introduced by Senator Harold Pope (D-Bernalillo) and Representative Kathleen Cates, would make public libraries ineligible to receive state funding if they ban material based on political or religious ideology or other arbitrary factors. Read the story and watch the video here.
Kathleen hands out ‘Hero Bags’ to first responders
Kathleen joined other officials and Elevate the Spectrum of New Mexico to bring attention to the need for more understanding when it comes to interactions with people on the autism spectrum. They presented “Hero Bags” to first responders across the state. The contents of the bags are intended to help first responders interact with people…
Legislative work continues past session
Kathleen’s work does not stop when the Legislature ends. Listen to this Rio Rancho Radio interview with Kathleen about the work she is doing–from ensuring our farmers have water, to advocating for disability access at our universities, to making sure that the people who need it can buy affordable housing. Recorded 6 July 2023.
Albuquerque Journal features Representative Cates on Healthcare
The Journal covered a meeting of 3 representatives, including Kathleen Cates, on their plans to introduce bills improving New Mexico’s healthcare, in part by recruiting and retaining health care professionals. From the Journal: Rep. Kathleen Cates of Corrales plans to introduce a bill that would provide housing subsidies for licensed medical providers earning 150% of…