Housing (Economic Development)

HB 131 establishes a new Planning Bureau within New Mexico's Economic Development Department to coordinate state land, facility, and resource use for growth and development. The bureau must create a comprehensive state development plan every three years, focusing on job/housing/transportation needs and collaboration with agencies like Transportation, Environment, housing authorities, and Native nations (upon request). It requires ongoing coordination with local governments and regional planning bodies, and includes a $1 million annual appropriation for staffing. The bill directly affects state agencies, local governments, and Native nations by mandating structured planning collaboration.