In Albuquerque, Luján Highlights Key New Mexico Investments at Rotary Club, Unveils New Legislation to Strengthen Stroke Prevention at UNMH

Albuquerque, N.M. - On Monday, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) joined the Rotary Club of Albuquerque and UNM Hospital & Health Sciences leadership to discuss critical investments he secured for New Mexico and unveil new legislation to strengthen stroke prevention in New Mexico and across the country.

"In Albuquerque, I was honored to visit the Rotary Club and UNMH to hear from leaders and highlight how I am fighting for New Mexicans in Washington, D.C.," said Senator Luján. "At both the Rotary Club and UNMH, I was proud to speak with local leaders who are committed to improving the lives of those in their communities. From boosting funding for businesses developing next-generation technologies to championing legislation to strengthen stroke prevention, I was grateful for the opportunity to share some of the work I'm leading in Washington to improve the lives of New Mexicans."

At the Rotary Club of Albuquerque, Senator Luján met with local business owners, nonprofit leaders, and professionals and delivered remarks highlighting critical investments he secured for New Mexico. Additionally, Senator Luján highlighted legislative efforts he is leading to bolster scientific innovation and boost broadband access in every corner of New Mexico.

At UNMH, Senator Luján, a stroke survivor, met with UNM Hospital & Health Sciences leadership and staff to spotlight his recently introduced Stroke Act, legislation that would improve stroke prevention, treatment, recovery, and data collection in New Mexico and across the United States. The legislation would invest in research, strengthen emergency response and rehabilitation services, expand access to care, and help people recognize stroke symptoms and seek lifesaving treatment. Additionally, Senator Luján discussed how Republican cuts to critical health programs are creating new barriers for New Mexicans to access care and highlighted his efforts to fight back against these cuts and protect and expand access to health care.

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