Senator Ben Ray Luján introduces legislation to enhance accountability and transparency for ICE and CBP, improving community safety.
Quiver AI Summary
Senator Luján introduces new legislation: U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján has unveiled a legislative package aimed at enhancing accountability and oversight within U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The proposed laws include the Homeland Security Improvement Act, the DHS Hiring Review Act, and the LOCATE Act, which focus on training, transparency, and community involvement.
Legislation details: The Homeland Security Improvement Act seeks to establish a commission for border policy oversight, mandate training on community policing, and improve reporting on agency actions. The DHS Hiring Review Act will ensure thorough background checks for agents hired since recent reforms. The LOCATE Act aims to expedite the updating of detainee information in online databases.
Luján's remarks: Senator Luján stated that the bills aim to restore public trust and prevent future incidents of violence involving federal agents. He expressed urgency for legislative action to ensure the safety of border communities, emphasizing the need for proper training and accountability in border enforcement practices.
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Ben Ray Lujan Fundraising
Ben Ray Lujan recently disclosed $778.9K of fundraising in a Q4 FEC disclosure filed on January 31st, 2026. This was the 85th most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year. 62.4% came from individual donors.
Lujan disclosed $368.0K of spending. This was the 178th most from all Q4 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Lujan disclosed $3.7M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 93rd most from all Q4 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Ben Ray Lujan's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Ben Ray Lujan Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Ben Ray Lujan:
- S.3892: Stop Price Gouging in Grocery Stores Act of 2026
- S.3854: Advanced Weather Model Computing Development Act
- S.3828: CLEAN SMART Act of 2026
- S.3821: Fair Repair Act
- S.3594: Nutrition Administration Assistance Act of 2026
- S.3540: LISTOS Act of 2025
You can track bills proposed by Ben Ray Lujan on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Lujan.
2026 New Mexico US Senate Election
There has been approximately $24,433,190 of spending in New Mexico US Senate elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $4,658,187 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
- CFFE PAC ($2,551,572)
- JEFFERSON RISING ($1,064,800)
- SOMOS PAC ($600,000)
- AMERICAN FREEDOM PAC (AFPAC) ($163,534)
- SAFER NM COMMUNITIES ($122,140)
The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
You can track this election on our matchup page for the 2026 New Mexico US Senate election.
