Senate Judiciary OKs Houston DMSO bill in New Mexico
In Santa Fe the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced Sen. Les Houston's bill to legalize DMSO usage. The 6-3 vote followed hours of debate with supporters including Sen. Alex Martinez and witnesses who travel for treatment, and opponents concerned about dispensing rules and regulation. The measure, SB 3, had previously been deemed dead by the Public Affairs Committee before being revived by floor maneuvering.
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New Mexico House approves severance tax fund amendment
The House passed House Joint Resolution 12 by 44 to 23 to make the Severance Tax Permanent Fund inviolate, removing the current three quarters vote tap provision. If Senate approval follows, voters must also approve the change. Supporters argue it funds future emergencies. critics fear reduced legislative control.
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EID Opposes Water Benefit Bill in New Mexico
EID Director Tom Baca opposes a bill requiring the state to withdraw water rights from free water use if compliance costs exceed the economy. He says health-effect documentation is needed before enforcement and will join environmental groups and water users against the measure at a Senate hearing.
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