Rep. Stansbury Honors Fire Victims, Families on House Floor

WASHINGTON—U.S. Representative Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) was joined by fellow New Mexico Reps. Teresa Leger Fernandez (NM-03) and Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) to offer a reflection and a moment of silence on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives Tuesday night for the victims of the South Fork and Salt Fires, and their families:  

“Tonight, we pause in prayer for the people of Ruidoso, Mescalero, Lincoln and Otero Counties. 

Our hearts break for those who have lost their lives and the 29 who are still missing from the South Fork and Salt Fires.   

These fires have displaced nearly 9,000 people, burned tens of thousands of acres and dozens of homes. 

But despite of the devastation, New Mexico has — as it always has — risen to the occasion - donated countless hours and truckloads of supplies, housed those in need, and bravely stood on the front lines to fight because we are “New Mexico Strong.” 

So, on behalf of the people of New Mexico, we say THANK YOU to all who have stepped up to help and to our first responders are on the front line fighting these fires. 

And to all who have lost a loved one, your home, or your business: we are here with you, in our hearts and in our prayers.” 

Watch her video remarks here.