Last week, Congressman Pearce’s office drafted, and got the entire New Mexico delegation to sign, a letter to Secretary Sally Jewell regarding the new rotational BLM lease sale schedule. As noted by Congressman Pearce, the prior system of four sales per year did not pose any problems. Since over 31% of New Mexico budget comes from oil and gas revenues, it is imperative that leases continue to be offered so we can maintain the current levels of production in our state. A copy of the letter to Secretary Jewell is attached.

The rotational lease sale issue has been of great concern to IPANM and our membership. Please thank Congressman Pearce for listening to our concerns and for taking action.
Letter to DOI