Domenici remembered.

Sen. Domenici was a dedicated statesman who always put New Mexico first. … He tirelessly advocated for a better future for all New Mexico, from our labs and military bases to infrastructure and our innovation centers. Senator Domenici was also a champion of higher education, pioneering the Domenici Public Policy Conference which, even today, brings national leaders in government and innovation to New Mexico to help guide future generations of policymakers.” Gov. Susana Martinez

I always felt privileged and fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with Senator Domenici on so many projects important to the country and New Mexico. Others will remember his many contributions as a leader and legislator. To me, he was a mentor whom I deeply respected. He was always available to offer his advice and a word of encouragement to me as I served the State of New Mexico. I could not have asked for better.” U.S. Air Force Secretary and former U.S. Rep. Heather Wilson

What I admire most about Pete is that during his over 30 years representing the state of New Mexico in the Senate, he always kept New Mexicans first. … Pete dedicated his life to digging into the complex public policy issues important to our state – from Native American issues to water policy to nuclear energy. Even after he retired, he kept working to make New Mexico a better place for everyone.”

U.S. Sen. Tom Udall

His decades of service to New Mexico left a lasting impact that will continue to be felt in every corner of our state for years to come. I am grateful for the example Sen. Domenici set on how to advance important and complex policy goals in Washington with civility. Republicans and Democrats alike who worked with him on issues like the budget, energy, defense, and behavioral health still point to his dedication to improving the lives of those he served through bipartisan cooperation and compromise.” U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich

I had the great privilege of working closely with Sen. Domenici over the years, and fostered a relationship with him as a friend, mentor, and leader. He didn’t hesitate to put every single New Mexican before himself and fought tirelessly to make sure opportunities for a better life were available to all. He was a titan — a fighter — and his work for the wellness and prosperity of New Mexico will forever be remembered” U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce

I can’t think of anyone who had a greater impact on New Mexico, particularly through his work on energy policy and securing funding to expand the work at our national labs. His budget prowess gave New Mexico outsized influence, which helped shape the state’s economy, while meeting our national security needs during and beyond the Cold War.” U.S. Rep. Michelle Grisham Lujan

From his start as the Chairman of Albuquerque City Commission, now known as the Mayor of Albuquerque, Pete Domenici fought passionately for the things he believed in and the people he represented.” U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján

Pete Domenici was a political giant who loved New Mexico and championed our state’s interests for more than 50 years. His contributions to the labs, our energy resources, the state budget, and protecting our environment are incalculable. Above all, he was a decent man who never forgot his roots, his family, and his fellow New Mexicans.” Former Gov. Bill Richardson

Beloved at Los Alamos for decades, no one has better understood and supported the essential and enduring national security mission of Los Alamos better than Senator Pete Domenici. … ” Los Alamos National Laboratory Director Charles McMillan

Like others in this chamber, I served with Senator Domenici for many years. I came to know him as smart, hardworking and dedicated — and a very strong advocate for his home state of New Mexico.” U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell

My first job on Capitol Hill was in the Senate, back when Pete Domenici was budget chairman. He was this larger-than-life figure who clearly relished the chance to serve and get things done. I learned so much from him, not just on budget issues but also how to be truly committed to your craft. He remains a great inspiration to me. The whole House is thinking of Senator Domenici’s family today.” U.S. House Speaker Paul Ryan

As the number one champion of civil nuclear power and as a man of faith, Pete knew that we could use uranium to benefit hundreds of millions of people or we could use it to destroy God’s creation. Suffice it to say, Pete was an indispensable leader in the post-Cold War effort to protect the American people. No better man, no better friend.” Former U.S. Sen. Sam Nunn, co-chairman of the Nuclear Threat Initiative

Senator Domenici was a tireless champion for mental health parity, an issue near and dear to my heart personally, and to that of everyone at the [Health Sciences Center]. He worked in a bipartisan manner to ensure that those struggling with mental illness had access to treatment — and to insurance coverage for that treatment. The effect of this change on the lives of the people we serve, and on their communities, is immeasurable.” Paul Roth, dean of The University of New Mexico School of Medicine and CEO of the UNM Health System