The bill amends Section 60-2E-61.1 of the New Mexico Statutes to update the procedures and requirements for liens on winnings from gaming machines for debts owed to the Health Care Authority, which acts as the state's child support enforcement agency. The bill specifies that a lien will attach to payouts of at least $1,200, as determined by board rule in accordance with federal law. It also mandates that if there are changes in federal law regarding the threshold amount for liens, the Health Care Authority must inform the board within thirty days.

Additionally, the bill requires the Health Care Authority to provide the board with a verified list of names and social security numbers of individuals owing debts, and outlines the procedures for racetrack gaming operator licensees to check this list before making payouts. If a winner is identified as owing a debt, the licensee must retain the payout and notify the Health Care Authority. The bill also establishes that the Health Care Authority will create an administrative process for obligors to contest their obligations before funds are released. Furthermore, it clarifies that neither the board nor gaming operators will be liable if they fail to match a winner's name with the provided list in good faith.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 60-2E-61.1