N.M. Legislature:Taking On "Citizen United"

Rep. Steve Fischman

From publicbroadcating.net -Fred Martino spoke with one of our local legislators proposing a bill that takes on a national issue. Senator Steve Fischmann says the US Supreme Court decision known as "Citizens United" that allows unlimited corporate political contributions should not stand. Fischmann also announced on KRWG-TV's Your Legislators that he will not accept corporate donations for his reelection campaign next year. If approved, Fischmann's bill would lend the New Mexico legislature's support for a constitutional amendment to repeal the "Citizens United" decision. Fischmann says .this is important issue for everyone, because public funds are invested in corporations that can make these political donations under Citizens United. Fischmann also plans to support legislation tackling economic issues including a bill to prevent foreclosure it would require mediation for mortgages that can be salvaged. He also supports changes in the Gross Receipts Tax to eliminate taxes on purchases between businesses. He says that measure could be paid for by eliminating tax loopholes.

N.M. Legislature:Taking On "Citizen United"