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NM HJR9

NM HJR9
Public Assistance For Infrastructure Dev, Ca


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Introduced
02/02/2021
In Committee
03/18/2021
Crossed Over
02/24/2021
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

A JOINT RESOLUTION PROPOSING TO AMEND ARTICLE 9, SECTION 14 OF THE CONSTITUTION OF NEW MEXICO TO ALLOW PUBLIC ASSISTANCE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF INFRASTRUCTURE THAT ALLOWS ESSENTIAL HOUSEHOLD ELECTRIC, INTERNET, NATURAL GAS, WATER AND WASTEWATER CONNECTIONS TO DOMICILES UPON THE ENACTMENT BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE MEMBERS ELECTED TO EACH HOUSE OF THE LEGISLATURE OF IMPLEMENTING LEGISLATION. .

AI Summary

This Joint Resolution proposes to amend Article 9, Section 14 of the New Mexico Constitution to allow public assistance for developing infrastructure that provides essential household connections like electricity, internet, natural gas, water, and wastewater to homes. This change would require a majority vote of both houses of the Legislature to pass any laws that implement this new provision, ensuring legislative oversight and safeguards for public funds. The amendment aims to address situations where such essential services are not readily available to residences, potentially benefiting areas with limited access to these vital utilities.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Senate Indian, Rural and Cultural Affairs Committee (10:00 3/18/2021 Room 303) (on 03/18/2021)

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