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Introduced
02/09/2021
02/09/2021
In Committee
03/01/2021
03/01/2021
Crossed Over
03/08/2021
03/08/2021
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021
03/20/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO NATURAL RESOURCES; AMENDING THE NATURAL LANDS PROTECTION ACT AND THE NATURAL HERITAGE CONSERVATION ACT; ALLOWING THE STATE TO ACQUIRE LAND FOR CONSERVATION AND PROTECTION PURPOSES WITHOUT A CORPORATE PARTNER; PROVIDING ADDITIONAL FACTORS FOR THE PRIORITIZATION OF PROJECTS UNDER THE NATURAL LANDS PROTECTION ACT; ADDING ADDITIONAL STATE AGENCY MEMBERS TO THE NATURAL LANDS PROTECTION COMMITTEE; RENAMING A FUND; AUTHORIZING THE NATURAL LANDS AND HERITAGE CONSERVATION FUND TO BE USED FOR PURPOSES OF THE NATURAL LANDS PROTECTION ACT; REVISING POWERS AND DUTIES; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Natural Lands Protection Act and the Natural Heritage Conservation Act to allow the state to acquire land for conservation and protection purposes without requiring a corporate partner. It adds additional factors for prioritizing projects under the Natural Lands Protection Act, including supporting wildlife habitat, improving recreational access, and protecting lands of cultural significance. The bill also adds more state agency members to the Natural Lands Protection Committee, renames a fund, and authorizes the Natural Lands and Heritage Conservation Fund to be used for purposes of the Natural Lands Protection Act.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs, Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Sent to SJC - Referrals: SJC (on 03/09/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=265&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/house/HB0265.pdf |
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