The bill proposes appropriations from the general fund to support citizen science initiatives in New Mexico for the fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Specifically, it allocates $275,000 each to the state parks division of the energy, minerals and natural resources department and the department of environment to employ program coordinators who will oversee citizen science projects. These projects involve public volunteers assisting in scientific research and data collection related to wildlife.

Additionally, the bill designates $400,000 to the board of regents of the University of New Mexico for the natural heritage New Mexico program. This funding will be used to cover program expenses, employ staff to support citizen science project coordinators, and create and maintain web portals and information systems for tracking and evaluating these projects. Any remaining funds at the end of fiscal year 2027 will revert to the general fund.