The bill amends existing laws regarding elections for the Arch Hurley Conservancy District by removing it from the Local Election Act and reinstating specific election provisions that were previously repealed. Key changes include defining the conservancy district as a political subdivision that does not fall under the Local Election Act, and establishing that elections will be conducted according to the provisions outlined in Sections 73-18-25 through 73-18-43 NMSA 1978. The elections will occur on the second Tuesday of October in odd-numbered years, with the board of directors responsible for calling the elections and designating election judges.

Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for candidate declarations, election notices, and the administration of election procedures. Candidates must file their declarations by the last Friday of July before the election, and the board of directors is tasked with issuing election notices and adopting necessary forms and rules for the elections. The bill also mandates that the board canvass election returns and declare results immediately following the election. Overall, these changes aim to streamline the election process for the Arch Hurley Conservancy District while ensuring compliance with specific governance standards.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 1-22-2, 73-18-27, 73-18-28, 73-18-34, 73-18-41