Bill > HB109

This bill creates the Extreme Weather Resilience Fund, a new fund within the state treasury designed to help New Mexico's political subdivisions and Native American communities prepare for and respond to public health emergencies caused by extreme weather and climate impacts. The fund will be initially funded with a $12 million transfer from the state's general fund and will be administered by the state department (likely the Department of Health). Grants of up to $1 million can be awarded to political subdivisions, Indian nations, tribes, or pueblos, with specific prioritization criteria that include: benefiting low-income and disadvantaged communities, integrating public health concerns with climate adaptation and emergency preparedness plans, aligning with potential federal funding opportunities, and involving local and tribal health councils in planning. At least 50% of the grants must be awarded to smaller political subdivisions with populations of 100,000 or fewer. Any unspent money in the fund will revert to the general fund at the end of fiscal year 2028. The fund can accept additional funding through appropriations, gifts, grants, donations, and investment income, providing a flexible mechanism to support climate resilience efforts across the state.

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https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=109&year=25