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NM SB51

NM SB51
Create Public Works Commission


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Introduced
01/19/2022
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/17/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT RELATING TO CAPITAL EXPENDITURES; CREATING THE PUBLIC WORKS COMMISSION; PROVIDING POWERS AND DUTIES; REQUIRING THAT THE COMMISSION ANNUALLY HEAR PROPOSALS FOR AND REVIEW CAPITAL OUTLAY-FUNDED PROJECTS; MAKING AN APPROPRIATION.

AI Summary

This bill creates the Public Works Commission, a 12-member body tasked with reviewing and prioritizing proposals for capital projects funded by the state. The Commission will have legislative and public representatives, and will develop criteria to evaluate projects based on factors like public health, financial benefits, and job creation. The Commission must submit annual reports with recommendations to the state legislature. The bill also appropriates $335,000 from the general fund for the Commission's operations and staffing.

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Action Postponed Indefinitely (on 01/19/2022)

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