2011 HM 46 Endangered Species Act Enforcement Study

CVNM Position:

Oppose

Year:

2011

Sponsors:

Bob Wooley

Topics:

Wildlife & Habitat Conservation

Legislative Info:

HM 46 on nmlegis.gov »

Description

While CVNM supports protections for farmers, ranchers, and small business owners as needed, HM46 simply blames federal regulation for harm caused to land owners – economic or otherwise. HM46 jeopardizes endangered species programs – and broadly attacks regulation – by challenging the jurisdiction and intent of the federal government. HM46 also fails to acknowledge the many benefits of federal law or recognize other externalities that could cause economic harm to land owners, resulting in an unbalanced and factually incorrect view of federal regulation.

Outcome

HM46 passed the House (43-24). Memorials and resolutions do not require action by the Governor.