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NM SB303
Bill
Status
2/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Antoinette Sedillo Lopez
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AI Summary
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Prohibits New Mexico Department of Public Safety funds from being used to support joint operations with federal law enforcement officers who conceal their identity while exercising law enforcement authority
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Bars local governments receiving state public safety funds from participating in joint operations with identity-concealing federal agents
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Exempts state peace officers conducting sanctioned undercover operations, serving on SWAT teams, or performing explosive disposal operations from the restrictions
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Establishes civil penalties for violations including treble damages, fines of $5,000 to $10,000 per violation, court costs, and attorney fees
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Creates a qui tam provision allowing private citizens, the state, or political subdivisions to bring civil actions against violators, with the attorney general having 60 days to intervene after receiving a complaint
Legislative Description
Use Of Funds For Concealed Id Law Enforcement
Last Action
Sent to SCC - Referrals: SCC/SHPAC/SJC
2/4/2026