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Introduced
01/19/2022
01/19/2022
In Committee
01/21/2022
01/21/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/17/2022
02/17/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO WATER; AMENDING THE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION OF STATE ENGINEER TO INCLUDE GEOHYDROLOGISTS, HYDROLOGISTS, GEOLOGISTS AND ATTORNEYS.
AI Summary
This bill amends the eligibility requirements for the position of State Engineer in New Mexico. It expands the qualifications to include not only registered professional engineers, but also qualified and appropriately credentialed geohydrologists, hydrologists, geologists, and attorneys. The State Engineer is responsible for the general supervision of the state's water resources, including their measurement, appropriation, and distribution. The bill maintains the requirement for the State Engineer to be appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate, and prohibits the State Engineer from engaging in any private practice.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Agriculture, Acequias & Water Resources Committee (08:00 2/10/2022 Room 315) (on 02/10/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=83&year=22 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/22%20Regular/bills/house/HB0083.pdf |
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