Bill > SB123

This bill modifies the New Mexico Regional Transit District Act to clarify the law enforcement responsibilities and powers of transit district officers. The bill removes specific references to "commuter rail service" and replaces them with broader language about "district" law enforcement officers, effectively expanding the scope of who can serve as a transit district police officer. The legislation specifies that these officers can enforce laws on all district-owned property, including vehicles, tracks, facilities, and rights of way. To make an arrest, the officer must be wearing either a distinctive district-issued badge or a prescribed uniform. The bill also requires that newly hired district law enforcement officers must obtain certification within one year of employment, and it maintains a provision allowing districts to contract with other law enforcement agencies for additional services. The changes appear designed to provide more flexible and comprehensive law enforcement coverage for regional transit districts in New Mexico.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=123&year=25