The bill updates various fees associated with the regulatory duties of the New Mexico Department of Agriculture, specifically concerning egg inspection, pesticide registration, plant protection, fertilizer registration, and commercial feed distribution. It amends several sections of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated (NMSA) 1978, including Section 25-6-9, which establishes an egg inspection fee of one-half cent per dozen eggs sold, and allows for indexing this fee for inflation until July 1, 2031. Additionally, it outlines the licensing requirements and fees for egg dealers, pesticide dealers, and other agricultural entities, with specific amounts set for small, medium, and large dealers, as well as various pesticide and fertilizer-related licenses.

The bill also introduces provisions for indexing fees for inflation using the consumer price index until July 1, 2031, across multiple sections, including those related to pesticide registration and fertilizer inspection fees. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2026. Overall, the bill aims to ensure that the fees remain relevant and reflective of current economic conditions while supporting the administration of agricultural regulations in New Mexico.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 25-6-9, 25-6-12, 76-4-22, 76-5-26, 76-11-4, 76-11-5, 76-19A-12
Final Version: 25-6-9, 25-6-12, 76-4-22, 76-5-26, 76-11-4, 76-11-5, 76-19A-12