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Expired, Repealed, and Archived New Mexico Incentives and Laws

The following is a list of expired, repealed, and archived incentives, laws, regulations, funding opportunities, or other initiatives related to alternative fuels and vehicles, advanced technologies, or air quality.

Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Development

The New Mexico Department of Economy Development and the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department are directed to establish the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Development Program to foster the development of hydrogen and fuel cell-related commercialization and economic development in the state. The program will establish a public-private partnership to provide guidance and support for hydrogen and fuel cell initiatives; support the adoption of uniform hydrogen safety codes and standards and provide education and training to communicate these codes and standards to the appropriate fire and regulatory entities; develop demonstration projects by pursuing federal funds and other available funds to augment state resources, advance public education about hydrogen and fuel cell technology, and build the necessary infrastructure to support commercial use and adoption of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies; and coordinate research and education activities related to hydrogen and fuel cell technologies to promote closer cooperation and advance the state's overall capabilities and programs in hydrogen and fuel cell technologies. (Reference New Mexico Statutes 71-7-7)

State Agency Energy Plan

To conserve energy and promote renewable energy development, all state agency fleets must reduce their transportation energy consumption by 20%, based on 2005 levels, by 2015. The New Mexico General Services Department (GSD) must convene a Fleet Improvement & Acquisition Team (FIAT) to develop strategies to meet this goal. FIAT must also develop procedures for each agency, approve all vehicle purchases, and review each agency's vehicle fuel usage. The GSD must also continue to pursue increased use of renewable fuels by state agency fleets; using renewable fuels does not count towards the energy reduction goal. (Reference Executive Order 09-047, 2009, and Executive Order 07-053, 2007)

Biofuels Use Requirement

By 2010, all cabinet-level state agencies, public schools (K-12), and institutions of higher education are required to take action toward obtaining 15% of their total transportation fuel requirements from renewable fuels such as ethanol and biodiesel. (Reference Executive Order 05-049, 2005)

State Biodiesel Study

The New Mexico Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) and the Economic Development Department of the New Mexico Department of Agriculture are required to study the state biodiesel industry and evaluate ways to provide incentives to the industry to increase the distribution of biodiesel in the state. The EMNRD must report all study findings and recommendations to the state legislature by December 1, 2009. (Reference House Joint Memorial 33, 2009)

Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Tax Exemption

HEVs with a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimated combined fuel economy rating of at least 27.5 miles per gallon are eligible for a one-time exemption from the motor vehicle excise tax at the time the when original certificate of title for the vehicle is issued. The tax exemption is available through June 30, 2009. (Reference New Mexico Statutes 7-14-6)

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Use

The legislature of New Mexico encourages the executive branch of the state government to pursue energy policies and goals to implement the use of renewable energy, energy efficiency, and alternative fuel technologies throughout state government and the state, including state universities and public schools. The Secretary of the Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department, in cooperation with other state agencies, must pursue measures to encourage the use of alternative fuel and hybrid electric vehicles throughout the state, including the development of a statewide alternative fueling station infrastructure. (Reference Senate Joint Memorial 89, 2003)

Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Research and Development Support

The legislature of New Mexico has resolved that, during the 2003 legislative interim, the secretary of economic development be requested to appear before the appropriate interim committee and report on the economic development department's plan for hydrogen and fuel cell research and development in New Mexico, as well as on any suggested legislation. This declaration was made to support New Mexico in its readiness to take a national leadership role in research, development, manufacturing and integration of hydrogen energy technology products and systems, and its position as a world leader in hydrogen and fuel cell research and development. (Reference HJM 6, 2003)