The bill proposes appropriations from the general fund to support citizen science projects in New Mexico for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Specifically, it allocates $275,000 each to the state parks division of the energy, minerals and natural resources department and the department of environment to employ program coordinators who will oversee these projects. Additionally, $400,000 is designated for the board of regents of the University of New Mexico to fund the natural heritage New Mexico program, which will support citizen science project coordinators and develop web portals and information systems for tracking and evaluating these projects.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that any unspent funds from these appropriations at the end of fiscal year 2027 will revert back to the general fund. This initiative aims to enhance public participation in scientific research and improve data collection on wildlife through collaborative efforts between state agencies and the community.