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StateNew MexicoIntroduced
SB 162: NONPROFIT AGREEMENTS WITH DEPT. OF DEFENSE
Pat Woods
SB 162 status: Introduced — action postponed indefinitely (updated Mar 24, 2026).
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What this bill does
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Risk:Low Risk
Impact:Low Impact 10/100
Constitutionality50%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion50%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill sought to establish new rules regarding the relationship and agreements between the Department of Defense and nonprofit organizations in New Mexico.
Who is affected
Nonprofit entities engaging with military-related programs and Department of Defense administrators.
Requirements and enforcement
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Costs and funding
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When it takes effect
The bill has been postponed indefinitely, terminating its legislative trajectory for the current session.
Potential benefits
Not stated in the available source due to limited documentation.
Risks and tradeoffs
The lack of specific bill text makes it impossible to evaluate the impact on public oversight or nonprofit compliance requirements.
What is still unknown
The precise nature of the 'new rules' for agreements, any potential restrictions on nonprofit activities, and the specific motivations behind the military-nonprofit regulatory framework remain unknown.
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Source note
Legislative status indicates this bill is inactive; no real-world changes will result from this proposal.
Analysis scope
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