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NM HB184

Bill

Status

Passed

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nathan Small

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Conservation Legacy Permanent Fund to be invested according to the Prudent Investor Rule under the Uniform Prudent Investor Act, with earnings credited back to the fund

  • Annual distribution of 5% of the permanent fund's average year-end market value (over preceding three calendar years) goes to the Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund, with a special two-year average calculation for July 1, 2026

  • Distributes the Legacy Fund to six agencies: Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources (22.5%), NM Department of Agriculture (22.5%), Department of Environment (10%), Economic Development (15%), Cultural Affairs (8%), and Department of Wildlife (22%)

  • Unexpended balances from distributions revert to the Conservation Legacy Permanent Fund three fiscal years after the distribution year

  • Transfers the current balance of the Land of Enchantment Legacy Fund to the Conservation Legacy Permanent Fund, effective July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Investment Of Conservation & Legacy Funds

Last Action

Signed by Governor - Chapter 37 - Mar. 5

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/12/2026
Energy & Natural Resources1/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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