2006 SJM 36 Engineer Evaluation of Groundwater Transfers
- CVNM Position:
- Support
- Year:
- 2006
- Sponsors:
-
Sue Wilson Beffort
Pete Campos
- Topics:
- Water
- Legislative Info:
- SJM 36 on nmlegis.gov »
Description
Given the conflict between continued growth and limited water supplies, the issue of water exports between basins has becoming increasingly contentious. SJM 36 resolves that transfers of water from closed groundwater basins must be consistent with regional water plans, and be supported by evidence of need and lack of in-basin alternatives.
Outcome
Passed the Senate, but was defeated in the House.
How Legislators Voted on SJM 36
- = Pro Conservation Vote
- = Anti Conservation Vote
- A = Absent
- E = Excused
- R = Recused
- W = Abstain