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This bill creates the Office of Housing Planning and Production, which will be administratively attached to the Department of Finance and Administration. The office's primary goals are to reduce housing costs, increase housing availability (especially for low-income and homeless populations), maximize housing resources, and address underlying factors limiting housing supply. Led by a gubernatorially appointed director, the office will develop statewide housing strategies, provide technical assistance to local governments and tribal entities, coordinate housing efforts across state agencies, and collect comprehensive housing and land use data. Specific responsibilities include analyzing regulatory frameworks, construction costs, and housing market conditions; promoting innovative housing approaches like modular and manufactured homes; coordinating homelessness services; establishing housing production goals across income levels; supporting local governments in meeting housing needs; and identifying ways to improve existing housing programs. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it would take effect immediately upon passage, highlighting the urgent nature of addressing housing challenges in the state.

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https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=448&year=25