This bill mandates that developers or owners of renewable energy projects, such as wind and solar facilities, must notify the chair of the Military Base Planning Commission when they submit a notice of proposed construction or alteration to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This notification is part of the process to initiate a review by the United States Department of Defense's Military Aviation and Installation Assurance Siting Clearinghouse. Specifically, the bill requires that within thirty business days of submitting the notice to the FAA, the project developer or owner must inform the chair in writing, providing details about the project's location and basic information. Additionally, within thirty days of receiving a determination from the FAA or a military compatibility letter, the developer must provide a copy of the finding to the chair.

The bill introduces a new section to Chapter 9, Article 15 NMSA 1978, outlining these notification requirements. It emphasizes the importance of military compatibility in the planning and construction of renewable energy projects, ensuring that potential impacts on military operations are considered. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on July 1, 2025.