The U Visa Certification Act establishes a framework for certifying victims of qualifying crimes for U visa eligibility in New Mexico. The bill defines key terms such as "certification form," "certifying agency," "certifying official," "qualifying criminal activity," "U visa," and "victim." It outlines the eligibility criteria for victims seeking U visa certification, including the requirement to possess credible information about qualifying criminal activity and to assist in its investigation or prosecution. The bill also stipulates that requests for U visa certification can be made by victims or on their behalf, and it provides specific procedures for processing these requests, including timelines for certification and denial notifications.

Additionally, the Act mandates that certifying agencies maintain records of U visa certification requests and publish their procedures online. It establishes an internal appeal process for denied requests and allows victims to seek judicial review in district court if their requests are denied after exhausting internal and state department review processes. The district court is granted jurisdiction to make findings of fact and conclusions of law regarding the victim's eligibility for U visa certification, and it may award costs and attorney fees if the court determines the victim qualifies for certification.