The Pete V. Domenici Institute

Senator Pete V. Domenici is known for his leadership in the development and advocacy of practical solutions to our nation's existing and emerging issues. His firm commitment to economic development based on innovation and entrepreneurship as well as matters of national security, federal budget construction, mental health care, and energy has revealed itself in his accomplishments over a 36-year Senate career. Senator Domenici is an integral part of New Mexico's history, economy, and future.

Following Senator Domenici's retirement from the U.S. Senate in 2008, the Pete V. Domenici Institute for Public Policy (Domenici Institute) was established on the main campus of New Mexico State University (NMSU) with the goal of continuing Senator Domenici's legacy of service to the state of New Mexico and the nation. The Institute is dedicated to the following initiatives:

• Providing unique learning opportunities to students and the public to expand the development of free enterprise and inspire the next generation of New Mexican entrepreneurs.

• Convening an annual public policy conference and other forums that engage the academy and the citizenry in dialogue about critically important state, national and global issues.

• Conducting sound science research regarding the policy areas of Senator Domenici's greatest influence.

Additionally, NMSU is privileged to serve as the repository for Senator Domenici's archives. Commensurate with NMSU's land-grant mission of public service and outreach and its status as a research institution, the archives will be maintained in perpetuity. The archives serve as a resource for students, faculty, historians, and the public.

Read more about retired U.S. Senator Pete V. Domenici.