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NM SB103

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/23/2026

Primary Sponsor

Harold Pope

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 64-1-22 NMSA 1978 to expand the definition of unlawful interference with aircraft flight to include directing a laser at an aircraft, in addition to discharging firearms or launching missiles/projectiles

  • First offense of unlawful interference with aircraft flight is classified as a fourth degree felony

  • Second and subsequent offenses are elevated to a third degree felony

  • Interference that results in harm to a person on the aircraft requiring medical treatment is classified as a third degree felony

  • Repeals Section 64-1-23 NMSA 1978 (the previous penalty provision from 1965)

Legislative Description

Unlawful Interference With Aircraft

Last Action

Sent to SCC - Referrals: SCC/SJC/SFC

1/23/2026

Committee Referrals

Committees1/23/2026

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