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HB 183 New Mexico House · 2026 Regular Session

STATEWIDE DRINKING WATER NEEDS

HB 183 appropriates $5 million from the general fund to New Mexico's Department of Environment for statewide drinking water needs during fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The funding specifically covers private well testing and water filtration systems, directly benefiting residents relying on private wells for drinking water. Unspent funds at the end of 2027 must revert to the general fund. The bill does not create new regulations but allocates existing resources for immediate water quality support.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $5M from general fund for water quality services, increasing public spending on critical infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAllocates $5M for private well testing/filtration to ensure safe drinking water, directly supporting water quality protection under environmental regulations.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 27, 2026 Last action Mar 24, 2026
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Committee
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Jan 29, 2026
Lower · Passed
DO PASS committee report adopted
lower
Jan 27, 2026
Introduced
Sent to House Agriculture, Acequias & Water Resources Committee & House Appropriations & Finance Committee
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Martin Zamora
RRepublican
NM
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