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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO CREATE AN INDIAN AFFAIRS COMMISSION TO FACILITATE COMMUNICATION AND CONSULTATION BETWEEN NEW MEXICO INDIAN NATIONS, TRIBES AND PUEBLOS AND THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates $4 million from the general fund to the Indian affairs department for fiscal year 2027 to establish an Indian affairs commission, which will serve as a liaison to improve communication and consultation between New Mexico's Native American nations, tribes, and pueblos and the federal government, with any remaining funds reverting to the general fund at the end of the fiscal year.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
SIRC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation (on 02/12/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=248&year=26 |
| SIRC Committee Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0248IC1.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/firs/SB0248.PDF |
| SCC Committee Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0248CC1.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0248.pdf |
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