The "Efficiency and Mercury Standards for Products and Lighting Fixtures Act" aims to enhance energy and water efficiency standards for various products sold in New Mexico. By July 1, 2026, the state's energy, minerals, and natural resources department is required to adopt rules that prohibit the sale, lease, or rental of specific products unless they meet established efficiency standards. These products include commercial appliances, faucets, and lighting fixtures, among others. The act also outlines that no new covered products may be sold or installed for compensation in New Mexico after January 1, 2027, and January 1, 2028, respectively, unless they comply with the adopted standards.

Additionally, the act includes provisions for the testing, certification, and labeling of the covered products, and it mandates the prohibition of certain types of fluorescent lamps by July 1, 2026. Utilities are allowed to offer rebates and incentives for up to one year after the implementation of the standards to facilitate the transition away from prohibited products. The act establishes penalties for violations, starting with a warning and escalating to civil penalties for repeated offenses. Each violation can be treated as a separate offense, emphasizing the importance of compliance with the new standards.