The "Department of Transportation Appropriation Act of 2025" outlines the appropriations and expenditures for the New Mexico Department of Transportation for the fiscal year 2026. The bill defines key terms such as "agency," "federal funds," "general fund," and "performance measure," which are essential for understanding the financial and operational framework of the department. It specifies the general format for appropriations, aligning it with the previous General Appropriation Act of 2024. The act allocates funds for various programs, including project design and construction, highway operations, program support, and modal programs, detailing the appropriations for personal services, contractual services, and other expenses.

The bill emphasizes performance measures to assess the effectiveness of the appropriated funds, including outcomes related to project completion, highway maintenance, and safety metrics such as traffic fatalities. Notably, it includes a provision for internal service funds and interagency transfers, specifically allocating $10,500,000 from the weight distance tax identification permit fund to the modal program. This structured approach aims to enhance the state's highway infrastructure and ensure efficient management of transportation resources while providing transparency and accountability in the use of public funds.