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Introduced
01/30/2026
01/30/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE CULTURAL AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE CREATION OF A STATEWIDE LAND GRANT AND ACEQUIA MUSEUM.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates $100,000 from the general fund to the cultural affairs department for fiscal year 2027 to conduct a study on the feasibility and cost of establishing a statewide museum dedicated to land grants and acequias, which are traditional community irrigation systems historically vital to New Mexico. The study will explore options for acquiring or utilizing property significant to these historical land and water management practices, such as the Mercedes Unidas center, or locating the museum in Santa Fe or Albuquerque. Any funds not spent by the end of fiscal year 2027 will be returned to the general fund.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
HRDLC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=268&year=26 |
| HRDLC Committee Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/house/HB0268RD1.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/firs/HB0268.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/house/HB0268.pdf |
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