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This bill proposes to prohibit the construction of new oil and gas production sources in counties that exceed the primary National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ozone, beginning July 1, 2025. Specifically, the bill amends the Air Quality Control Act to empower the state environmental improvement board and local agencies to block new oil and gas infrastructure in areas where existing emissions contribute to ozone levels that surpass federal air quality standards. The primary National Ambient Air Quality Standard for ozone is a federal regulation that sets a maximum acceptable concentration of ground-level ozone to protect public health, as established under the Clean Air Act. By preventing new emission sources in high-ozone counties, the bill aims to improve air quality and reduce potential health risks associated with elevated ozone levels, which can cause respiratory problems and other environmental health concerns.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=33&year=25