New Mexico is leading a significant change in wildlife management by overhauling its Department of Game & Fish, which faced persistent dysfunction. The newly enacted law introduces a revamped mission, enhanced leadership, and increased funding, aiming to transcend traditional reliance on hunting and fishing permits to safeguard a broader range of species. This reform is seen as a potential model for others as states nationwide start to reconsider their wildlife governance and funding structures, inspired by New Mexico's pioneering efforts.
The sweeping law enacted in March puts New Mexico at the forefront of a growing movement to rethink states' traditional model of wildlife management.
State lawmakers have given the agency a new name, a new mission, new leadership and a boost in funding to expand its role.
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