New Mexico 2024 1st Special Session

New Mexico House Bill HB1

Introduced
7/18/24  
Report Pass
7/18/24  
Engrossed
7/18/24  
Report Pass
7/18/24  
Enrolled
7/18/24  
Chaptered
7/30/24  

Caption

Feed Bill, Fire Relief & Court Treatment

Impact

The ramifications of HB1 extend to the structural framework of state assistance programs, emphasizing not only the immediate financial relief needed for fire and flood victims but also fostering long-term recovery plans. By directing funds towards vital sectors such as natural resource management and court treatment programs, the bill serves to enhance public infrastructure resilience. Furthermore, these investments are essential in ensuring that communities impacted by natural disasters can regain stability and receive the necessary services effectively.

Summary

House Bill 1 addresses critical appropriations for the state of New Mexico in emergency responses, particularly focusing on the recovery and mitigation of damages arising from flooding and fires. The bill allocates significant funding from the general fund to various executive agencies. Among its provisions is a $10 million appropriation to the Indian Affairs Department for the Mescalero Apache Tribe, aimed at addressing losses from recent fire incidents. Additionally, it designates substantial financial resources to the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department for wildfire mitigation efforts and to the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Department for supporting affected individuals and businesses during federal assistance claims.

Contention

While the bill has garnered widespread support as a necessary response to the immediate crises faced by specific communities, discussions around the distribution process and efficacy of the proposed recovery programs remain vital. Stakeholders have raised questions on the allocation of funds and whether the proposed aid effectively reaches those in need, particularly concerning the management of resources for public infrastructure projects post-disasters. The bill's ability to deliver impactful and meaningful change will hinge on transparent implementation and ongoing legislative oversight.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NM SB425

County Detention Facility Treatment Programs

NM HB1

Feed Bill

NM HB1

Feed Bill

NM SB29

Metro Courts Emergency Property Reserve

NM HB104

Statewide Public Health & Climate Pgm

NM SB109

Catastrophic Business Relief Act

NM SB6

Hermits Peak-calf Canyon Fire Recovery Funds

NM HB139

Eliminating Court Fees

NM HB207

Public School Capital Outlay Grants

NM HB91

Geothermal Resources Project Funds

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To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022.

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