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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Any twenty-five or more persons interested in the production of a particular commodity for which it is proposed to establish a commission may file a petition with the department [New Mexico department of agriculture] asking that a commission be established for such commodity. The petition shall set forth:
A. the name of the commodity for which the commission is to be established;
B. a concise statement of the reasons for the establishment of a commission;
C. a request that a referendum be held among the producers of the commodity on the question of the establishment of a commission;
D. the name and address of the individual who is authorized to represent the petitioners;
E. the number of persons to serve on the commission;
F. the maximum per unit assessment on the commodity for which the commission is established; and
G. the method of levy and collection of an assessment upon producers for the support of the commission.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Mexico Statutes Chapter 76. Agriculture § 76-21-3. Petition for establishment of commission for a particular commodity - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/chapter-76-agriculture/nm-st-sect-76-21-3/
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