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Introduced
02/01/2021
02/01/2021
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO PASSENGER RAIL SERVICE; AMENDING THE RAILROAD PLANNING AND PROJECTS ACT; DIRECTING THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION TO ADDRESS THE CONTINUATION OF AMTRAK SERVICE IN NORTHERN NEW MEXICO; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Railroad Planning and Projects Act to direct the New Mexico Department of Transportation to engage in discussions or negotiations with Amtrak, BNSF Railway Company, the Federal Railroad Administration, and the State of Colorado to continue passenger rail service in northern New Mexico, including the towns of Lamy, Las Vegas, Raton, and the Philmont Scout Ranch. The bill also appropriates $5 million from the general fund to the Department of Transportation to provide financial support for this purpose, with any unexpended or unencumbered funds remaining at the end of the fiscal year not reverting to the general fund.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee (00:00 3/14/2021 Room zoom) (on 03/14/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=306&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0306.pdf |
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