Oil and gas–still ‘King’ in SE New Mexico

New Mexico Oil Conservation Commission Adopts Oil and Gas Enforcement Rules - San Juan Citizens Alliance

 

Despite the efforts of Joe Biden’s administration and those of Democrats behind his goals, oil and gas are still heavy contributors to the budget of New Mexico.

The Carlsbad Current-Argus reports the industry contributed $2.8 billion to the state budget in 2020, despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

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