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This bill clarifies the roles and responsibilities of the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (PRC) and its supporting agency by making several key amendments to existing law. The bill distinguishes between the three-member commission (which makes regulatory and adjudicatory decisions) and the agency (which provides staff and administrative support), and defines their respective powers and duties. It establishes detailed requirements for commissioners, including mandatory continuing education with at least 32 hours of relevant training annually and an ethics certificate course. The bill also strengthens ethics rules by prohibiting commissioners and agency employees from accepting gifts or having financial interests in regulated entities, and imposing post-employment restrictions. Additionally, the bill outlines the structure of the agency's organizational units, including divisions for administrative services, consumer relations, legal affairs, and utilities, and specifies their specific responsibilities. The legislation aims to improve transparency, professionalism, and ethical standards within the Public Regulation Commission by providing more precise definitions, education requirements, and conflict of interest guidelines.

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