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Introduced
01/31/2021
01/31/2021
In Committee
03/11/2021
03/11/2021
Crossed Over
02/25/2021
02/25/2021
Passed
03/15/2021
03/15/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/15/2021
03/15/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO MILITARY AFFAIRS; AMENDING THE POWERS OF THE ADJUTANT GENERAL; AUTHORIZING ACTIVATION OF THE NATIONAL GUARD AND THE STATE DEFENSE FORCE IN THE CASE OF CERTAIN EVENTS; ESTABLISHING THE NEW MEXICO STATE DEFENSE FORCE; AMENDING, REPEALING AND ENACTING SECTIONS OF THE NEW MEXICO MILITARY CODE.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the activation of the New Mexico National Guard and State Defense Force in the event of a major disaster or federal military service. It establishes the New Mexico State Defense Force as an element of the state's militia, allows the Governor to appoint its officers, and provides details on its composition, uniform, and duty statuses. The bill also amends the powers and duties of the Adjutant General, who oversees the Department of Military Affairs and its various divisions. Additionally, the bill creates new provisions in the Code of Military Justice to prohibit certain sexual activities between military personnel and trainees/recruits, as well as the wrongful wearing of military decorations and insignia.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Signed by Governor - Chapter 55 - Apr. 5 (on 03/15/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=146&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/final/SB0146.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0146.pdf |
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