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Introduced
02/14/2025
02/14/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/22/2025
03/22/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO FOR THE SITE PREPARATION, CONSTRUCTION, EQUIPPING, FURNISHING AND LANDSCAPING OF AN OBSERVATORY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO-TAOS.
AI Summary
This bill provides a $1.5 million appropriation from the state's general fund to the University of New Mexico (UNM) Board of Regents specifically for developing the Cielo Centro observatory at the UNM-Taos campus. The funding is designated for comprehensive site preparation, construction, equipment purchases, furnishing, and landscaping of the observatory, and is allocated to be spent over fiscal years 2026 through 2029. Any unspent or uncommitted funds remaining at the end of fiscal year 2029 will be returned to the state's general fund, ensuring responsible use of the appropriated money. The bill represents a targeted investment in scientific infrastructure for the University of New Mexico's Taos campus, supporting educational and research capabilities in astronomy and related fields.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Finance Committee (00:00:00 3/17/2025 Room 322) (on 03/17/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=394&year=25 |
| SEC Committee Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/25%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0394ED1.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/25%20Regular/firs/SB0394.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/25%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0394.pdf |
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