The proposed bill enacts the "Military Base Planning and Impact Act," which establishes the Military Base Impact Fund to provide grants to defense communities in New Mexico. The fund is designed to assist with infrastructure projects that support military facilities and the employment of defense workers. The bill outlines the definitions of key terms, including "defense community," "defense worker," and "military facility," and mandates the creation of a grant program administered by the military office. Grants can be used for various purposes, including project construction, planning, and land acquisition, with specific limitations on funding amounts.

Additionally, the bill requires the military office to report annually on the status of the fund and the effectiveness of the projects funded. It also repeals the sunset provision for the Office of Military Base Planning and Support and the Military Base Planning Commission, ensuring their continued operation. The bill includes a reorganization of existing sections of the law and repeals a specific section related to military base planning. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance the support and sustainability of military bases in New Mexico through targeted funding and community collaboration.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 9-15-64, 9-15-51.1
LV substitute: 9-15-64, 9-15-51.1
Final Version: 9-15-64, 9-15-51.1