This bill appropriates five hundred million dollars ($500,000,000) from the general fund to the New Mexico Department of Health for the fiscal year 2026. The funds are designated to support the operations of federally qualified health care centers, which provide essential health services to underserved populations.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that any unexpended or unencumbered balance remaining at the end of fiscal year 2026 will revert back to the general fund, ensuring that unused funds are returned to the state’s budget. This measure aims to enhance the financial stability and operational capacity of these health care centers, thereby improving access to health services for communities in need.