Bill > SB296

This bill amends existing New Mexico law concerning employer records and workforce solutions costs. Specifically, it extends the required retention period for employer records of hours worked and wages paid from one year to three years. It also clarifies that the director of the labor relations division of the workforce solutions department, and their authorized representatives, have the authority to inspect these records and enforce compliance with labor laws, replacing the previous reference to the "labor commissioner." Furthermore, the bill exempts the director from paying court costs and filing fees when bringing wage claim actions, and ensures free service of process by law enforcement officers without requiring bonds or security. This aims to streamline the process for recovering unpaid wages on behalf of employees.