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2015 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 72 - Water Law
Section 5 Appropriation and Use of Surface Water
Section 72-5-5.1 Purposes.
NM Stat § 72-5-5.1 (2015) What's This?
72-5-5.1. Purposes.
The state of New Mexico recognizes the importance of public welfare and conservation of water in administering its public waters. This act affords standing for those asserting legitimate concerns involving public welfare and conservation of water in a manner which avoids unduly burdening the administrative and judicial processes.
History: Laws 1985, ch. 201, 1.
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