Inside the Roundhouse: Healthcare & Journalism Shield Bills

17/02/2025 19 min

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Episode Synopsis

Lou DiVizio opens the podcast with some headlines from around the state including news of a public safety package passed by the state House of Representatives over the weekend. Then, Politics Correspondent Gwyneth Doland catches us up on several high-profile health care bills introduced at the Roundhouse. She speaks with Fred Nathan from Think New Mexico about a bipartisan bill aimed at changing our state's medical malpractice law. Gwyneth also chatted with state Sen. Nicole Tobiassen and Rep. Marianna Anaya about other health care bills on their radar.And state Rep. Sarah Silva talks with Gwyneth about a proposed bill that would update our state's journalism shield law. The bill would prohibit state agencies from compelling reporters to cough up confidential sources or information — with a few limited exceptions.Segments:2025 Health Care Reform Bills Hit the Roundhouse Correspondent: Gwyneth DolandGuests:NM Sen. Nicole Tobiassen, R-AlbuquerqueNM Rep. Marianna Anaya, D-AlbuquerqueFred Nathan, Founder and Executive Director, Think New MexicoBill Updates Journalism Shield Law for Digital AgeCorrespondent: Gwyneth DolandGuests:NM Rep. Sarah Silva, D-Las CrucesBill Church, Executive Editor, Santa Fe New MexicanFor More Information:New Mexico Department of Health declares measles outbreak in Lea County - KRQENew Mexico Department of Health VaccinationsCouncil proposes fix to perpetually empty board and commissions - City Desk ABQNM House passes public safety package - Source NM