Bill > SB193

This bill establishes a "Rural Equity Ombud" position within the local government division of the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration. The Ombud's role is to advocate for and address the concerns of rural and frontier communities in the state. This includes providing technical assistance to federal, state, and local governments, serving as an advocate for rural communities, resolving complaints, and reporting annually on the Ombud's activities and recommendations for improving services to rural areas. The bill also appropriates $95,000 from the general fund to the local government division for fiscal year 2022 to carry out the purposes of the act.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs

https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=193&year=21