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Albuquerque, NM – Congressman Tom Udall's campaign for United States Senate announced today that he raised over $2.1 million this fundraising quarter. Udall has consistently been the top fundraiser in New Mexico's Senate campaign.

Albuquerque, NM – Congressman Tom Udall's campaign for U.S. Senate is heading into the general election contest with almost $2.9 million cash-on-hand. Udall, who is steadily building his bank account for a competitive general election raised $728,211 between April 1 and May 14, 2008.

“We are extremely grateful to all of Tom’s supporters for their enthusiasm and generosity,” Campaign Manager Amanda Cooper said today. “They are helping ensure that Tom’s record of doing what’s right for New Mexico is resonating strongly throughout our state.”

“What’s Right” and “Same Opportunity” Debut Tomorrow

Albuquerque, NM - Congressman Tom Udall's campaign for U.S. Senate today unveiled two new television advertisements that highlight his record of service and doing what’s right for New Mexicans and for veterans. The two new advertisements, entitled “What’s Right” and “Same Opportunity”, are set to begin airing across the state tomorrow.

Bill to Create Wilderness Area Unanimously Passes House Natural Resources Committee

WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., today announced that legislation he authored to create the Sabinoso Wilderness Area has unanimously cleared the House Natural Resources Committee. Udall's proposal, which he has secured vast community support for, will now advance for a vote before the full House.

Congressman Urges Senate and President to Support Bill and Help N.M. Farmers

WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., today approved the bipartisan Food, Conservation and Energy Act, better known as the Farm Bill. The sweeping, bicameral legislation includes funding Udall helped secure to support New Mexico farm families, conservation efforts and renewable energy production. It passed the House by a large, veto-proof majority of 318-106.

Congressman Calls for Peace and Prosperity in Israel and the Region

WASHINGTON – Representative Udall today released the following statement to recognize the 60th Anniversary of the creation of the modern state of Israel:

“Roughly sixty years ago today, Harry Truman had a problem.

Congressman Says Cerebral Cavernous Malformation Needs More Attention, Research

WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., is asking Congress to take a first step towards boosting research and education efforts related to Cerebral Cavernous Malformation (CCM), a relatively unknown illness more prevalent among New Mexico Hispanics than any other group. Udall's legislation, introduced in the House yesterday, would commit the House of Representatives to recognize the critical need to increase research, awareness and education about CCM.

Says President Should Work With Congress to Aid Ailing Housing Market Instead of Issuing Veto Threats

WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., today acted to protect homeowners, neighborhoods and the American economy from housing foreclosures by working to pass H.R. 5818, the Neighborhood Stabilization Act, and H.R. 3221, the American Housing Rescue and Foreclosure Prevention Act. Udall also urged the president to reverse his veto threat and support the sweeping legislative effort.

WASHINGTON—President Bush today signed legislation that will take the first step towards creating a National Museum of the American Latino, a proposal Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., joined with Representative Xavier Becerra (CA) in introducing several times over the last five years.

"I am proud to have helped recognize the important contributions that Hispanics have made to this country, and especially to New Mexico" said Udall. "They deserve a national museum to help preserve their history and their culture, and to honor their contribution to building the America of today."

WASHINGTON - U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., has joined with other House Republicans and Democrats to introduce the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act, legislation to offer 1.7 million troops who served in Iraq and Afghanistan educational benefits on par with those provided to veterans of the World War II era.