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This bill provides comprehensive funding and operational provisions for the New Mexico Legislature's 57th First Session in 2025 and fiscal year 2026, appropriating a total of approximately $11.4 million for session expenses and additional funds for various legislative entities and functions. The bill breaks down specific allocations for per diem and mileage for senators and representatives, salaries and benefits for legislative employees, and operational expenses for different legislative bodies such as the Legislative Council Service, Legislative Finance Committee, Legislative Education Study Committee, House Chief Clerk's Office, and Senate Chief Clerk's Office. It also includes provisions for legislative printing, distribution of legislative materials to various state entities and officials, funding for legislative interns, national organization dues, legislative information systems, district staff support, and technology upgrades. The bill authorizes funds for specific initiatives like a statewide salary study, economic analysis software, and continued development of a master database of official annotated laws. Additionally, the bill includes flexibility for transferring funds between categories and requires legislative agencies to adhere to their strategic plan performance measures. The bill is declared an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage.

Budget and Finance

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=1&year=25