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NM SB149

NM SB149
Prohibit New Fracking Licenses


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Introduced
01/31/2021
In Committee
02/17/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCES; PROHIBITING THE ISSUANCE OF NEW HYDRAULIC FRACTURING PERMITS; CREATING REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits the issuance of new permits for hydraulic fracturing, a process used to extract oil and natural gas, in New Mexico. It also requires various state agencies, including the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department, the Department of Environment, and the Department of Health, to report annually on the impacts of hydraulic fracturing, such as greenhouse gas emissions, environmental and public health effects, and recommendations for related legislation and regulations. The provisions of the bill are set to expire on June 1, 2025.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

SCONC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation (on 02/17/2021)

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