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This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for the end-of-life management of electric vehicle batteries in New Mexico, creating a framework that prioritizes responsible disposal and recycling. The legislation introduces a "battery management hierarchy" that requires battery providers, auto recyclers, and other entities to first attempt to reuse, repair, or remanufacture batteries before recycling them, and completely prohibits disposing of propulsion batteries in landfills. The bill mandates that battery providers are primarily responsible for ensuring proper end-of-life treatment of batteries, which includes retrieving spent batteries, coordinating with specialized battery recyclers, and maintaining accessible battery health data. Secondary handlers and users must follow specific protocols for managing batteries, including annual reporting to the state environment department detailing battery volumes, reuse methods, and recycling processes. The law applies to all propulsion batteries sold or used in New Mexico and requires various entities to track and report on battery management, with the goal of creating a more sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to electric vehicle battery disposal. The provisions will take effect on January 1, 2026, giving businesses time to prepare for the new requirements, and the state environment department is tasked with monitoring compliance and potentially adapting the regulations to align with future federal standards.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=310&year=25