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This bill appropriates a total of $62 million from the general fund to the New Mexico Office of the State Engineer for water-related initiatives over fiscal years 2026-2028. Specifically, $30 million is allocated to provide grants to regional water planning entities through political subdivisions, supporting the Water Security Planning Act. Another $30 million is designated to improve the office's information technology systems and data access processes, ensuring compliance with the Water Data Act and Water Security Planning Act. The remaining $2 million is earmarked for developing rules and enforcing water rights along the Rio Grande from the Los Alamos highway bridge to Elephant Butte reservoir, with the goal of meeting New Mexico's water delivery obligations under the Rio Grande Compact. Any funds not spent by the end of the specified fiscal years will revert back to the general fund, ensuring fiscal accountability and proper use of the appropriated resources.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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