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Introduced
01/28/2021
01/28/2021
In Committee
02/09/2021
02/09/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO CLIMATE CHANGE SOLUTIONS; ENACTING THE CLIMATE SOLUTIONS ACT; CREATING THE CLIMATE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL; REQUIRING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A STATEWIDE FRAMEWORK TO ADDRESS CLIMATE CHANGE AND DEVELOP A SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY; ESTABLISHING STATEWIDE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS REDUCTION REQUIREMENTS; DIRECTING STATE AGENCIES TO ADOPT RULES AS ALLOWED BY AN AGENCY'S EXISTING STATUTORY AUTHORITY TO ACHIEVE STATEWIDE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS REDUCTIONS AND FOSTER INCLUSION IN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND PROCUREMENT RELATED TO CLIMATE SOLUTIONS; REQUIRING ANNUAL REPORTING; DIRECTING THE CLIMATE LEADERSHIP COUNCIL TO RECOMMEND AND PRIORITIZE FUNDING FROM THE CLEAN ENERGY GRANTS FUND; AMENDING A DEFINITION IN THE AIR QUALITY CONTROL ACT TO ALLOW FOR GREATER OVERSIGHT OF SOURCES OF AIR POLLUTION.
AI Summary
This bill, the Climate Solutions Act, creates the Climate Leadership Council to develop and recommend a statewide strategy to address climate change. The bill sets statewide greenhouse gas emissions reduction requirements of 50% below 2005 levels by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050. It directs state agencies to adopt rules to implement climate solutions, including measures to reduce emissions, increase energy efficiency, and support sustainable economic and workforce development, with a focus on disproportionately impacted communities. The bill also amends the Air Quality Control Act to allow for greater oversight of air pollution sources. Overall, the bill aims to guide New Mexico's efforts to mitigate and adapt to the impacts of climate change through a comprehensive statewide strategy.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
House State Government, Elections and Indian Affairs Committee (08:00 2/22/2021 Room Zoom) (on 02/22/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=9&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/house/HB0009.pdf |
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