Regional water planning entities

A. An entity shall not be made a part of a proposal for planning funds under this section without that entity's consent. B. The outcomes sought by each regional water planning entity shall: (1) be established through broad public input; (2) consider public welfare values, balancing water uses and the needs of future generations of New Mexicans; (3) be grounded in state water law; (4) be developed using the best available science; (5) recognize and respect federally recognized or reserved tribal water rights; (6) consider access to water for domestic use; and (7) comply with applicable federal water law. C. Each regional water planning entity shall: (1) be composed of regional stakeholders as identified in the entity's guidelines; (2) ensure opportunities for participation by Indian nations, tribes or pueblos located within the water planning region; (3) obtain public input in the development, vetting and prioritization of regional water planning activities and proposals; (4) assist in the funding, development and incorporation of plans for rural communities; (5) report to the commission by June 30 of each year on the progress of planning activities and outcomes of regional water security plan implementation; and (6) review existing water plans and data sets of municipalities, counties and other entities within the water planning region and use them as appropriate. History: Laws 2023, ch. 123, § 5.