§ 72-14A-5 — Regional water planning entities

A. An entity shall not be made a part of a proposal for planning funds under this section without that entity's consent. B. The outcomes sought by each regional water planning entity shall: (1) be established through broad public input; (2) consider public welfare values, balancing water uses and the needs of future generations of New Mexicans; (3) be grounded in state water law; (4) be developed using the best available science; (5) recognize and respect federally recognized or reserved tribal water rights; (6) consider access to water for domestic use; and (7) comply with applicable federal water law. C. Each regional water planning entity shall: (1) be composed of regional stakeholders as identified in the entity's guidelines; (2) ensure opportunities for participation by Indian nations, tribes or pueblos located within the water planning region; (3) obtain public input in the development, vetting and prioritization of regional water planning activities and proposals; (4) assist in the funding, development and incorporation of plans for rural communities; (5) report to the commission by June 30 of each year on the progress of planning activities and outcomes of regional water security plan implementation; and (6) review existing water plans and data sets of municipalities, counties and other entities within the water planning region and use them as appropriate.

Legislative History

Laws 2023, ch. 123, § 5.