Open Conference Committees

Governor Richardson,

I am writing to encourage you to please sign HB 393 which would open conference committees to the public. The citizens of New Mexico deserve an open and fair government. Political corruption has an unfortunate tradition in New Mexico. As a student of political science and the legislative process I have learned that much of that corruption takes place in closed conference committees. You have already signed significant ethics legislation but more can be done. It would be an unfortunate disappointment if you decide to join the minuscule minority who oppose furthering the cause of opening government. I urge you to do the right thing and continue to support government transparency. Please join your constituents and support HB 393.


respectfully,


Aaron Henry Diaz, 21
Las Cruces, NM