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NM HB297

NM HB297
Workforce & Economic Prosperity Act


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Introduced
02/18/2021
In Committee
03/09/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT; ENACTING THE WORKFORCE AND ECONOMIC PROSPERITY ACT; CREATING THE WORKFORCE AND ECONOMIC PROSPERITY COUNCIL; REQUIRING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A STATEWIDE FRAMEWORK TO DEVELOP A CLEAN ENERGY WORKFORCE, EXPAND ECONOMIC INCLUSION AND DEVELOP A SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY; DIRECTING THE ADOPTION OF RULES TO FOSTER INCLUSION IN WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND PROCUREMENT; REQUIRING ANNUAL REPORTING.

AI Summary

This bill, the Workforce and Economic Prosperity Act, creates the Workforce and Economic Prosperity Council to develop a statewide framework to develop a clean energy workforce, expand economic inclusion, and create a sustainable economy in New Mexico. The council is tasked with creating an economic inclusion strategic plan that includes specific steps to implement the recommendations of the New Mexico clean energy workforce development study, identify ways to diversify and stabilize the state's economy, and support communities in developing sustainable economic development plans. The bill also directs the General Services Department and the Workforce Solutions Department to adopt procurement and workforce development rules to ensure all New Mexicans, particularly those in disproportionately impacted communities, have access to the job opportunities created by the implementation of the clean energy workforce development recommendations.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Referred to: HRC (on 03/09/2021)

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