Good morning, Santa Fe.

The Health Care Authority will start mailing letters this week to New Mexicans on Medicaid who must meet new work requirements following federal changes—recipients should check for updated instructions.

A new report finds NM needs 58,000 more housing units due to permit delays — local processes now taking 18 months — that increase costs.

Local officials and housing groups recommend reforms such as capacity-building grants and a permanent state housing office to reduce expenses.