ADMINISTRATIVE RULE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE, CA

HJR 19 proposes a constitutional amendment to create a permanent 12-member Interim Administrative Rule Oversight Committee in New Mexico. The committee, appointed by legislative leaders, would review agency rules before public hearings and recommend overturning rules that don't comply with authorizing laws during legislative sessions. It would operate during legislative breaks, with recommendations requiring legislative action to overturn rules. The amendment requires voter approval at the next general election to take effect. The bill was referred to committees but was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025.