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This bill amends existing law to establish a formal process for removing members of the State Wildlife Commission, which is a group of seven voting members appointed by the governor who are responsible for matters related to wildlife, hunting, and fishing in New Mexico. Currently, commissioners can be removed if they die, resign, no longer meet their qualifications, or miss three consecutive meetings. This bill adds that commissioners can also be removed for incompetence, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office, which means serious wrongdoing or failure to perform their duties. If the governor initiates a removal proceeding, the commissioner must be given notice and a chance to defend themselves in a hearing. The Supreme Court will have the sole authority to hear these removal cases, and their decision will be final. This change will take effect on January 1, 2027.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=104&year=26