New Mexico Register / Volume XXXIV, Issue 6 / March 28, 2023

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The NMHSD is amending the rule to be in compliance with Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).

The Human Services Department (the Department), through the Cash Program, is proposing to amend the New Mexico Administrative Code (NMAC) rule 8.102.501 NMAC-TRANSITION BONUS PROGRAM. During the 2020 Legislative Session, monies have been appropriated to the Department to reimplement Transition Bonus Program.

Regulations issued pursuant to the act are contained in 45 CFR Parts 200-299. State authority for administering the cash program is contained in Chapter 27 NMSA, 1978. Administration of the Human Services Department (HSD), including its authority to promulgate regulations, is governed by Chapter 9, Article 8, NMSA 1978 (Repl. 1983).

A public hearing to receive testimony on this proposed rule, pursuant to Section 14-4-5.6 NMSA 1978, will be held on Thursday, April 27, 2023, at 10:00 am- 11:00 am. The hearing will be held virtually through GoTo Meeting, and a phone number will be provided for individuals who would like to participate by phone https://meet.goto.com/781573189. You can also dial in using your phone United States: +1 (408) 650-3123 Access Code: 781-573-189.

All Written comment may be dropped off during the scheduled hearing time at the HSD San Miguel County Field Office, 2536 Ridge Runner Rd., Las Vegas, NM 87701.

Individuals wishing to testify may contact the Income Support Division (ISD), P.O. Box 2348, Santa Fe, NM 87504-2348, or by calling 505-819-8118. This register and proposed regulations are also available on the Human Services Department website at: http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/LookingForInformation/income-support-division-registers.aspx. If you do not have Internet access, a copy of the proposed regulations may be requested by contacting the Income Support Division, P.O. Box 2348, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87504-2348 or by calling 505-819-8118.

If you are a person with a disability and you require this information in an alternative format, or you require a special accommodation to participate in any HSD public hearing, program, or service, please contact the American Disabilities Act Coordinator, at 505-709-5468 or through the New Mexico Relay system, toll free at #711. The Department requests at least a 10-day advance notice to provide requested alternative formats and special accommodations.

Individuals who do not wish to attend the hearing may submit written or recorded comments. Written or recorded comments must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the date of the hearing, April 27, 2023. Please send comments to: Human Services Department P.O. Box 2348, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87504-2348. All written comments will be posted on the Human Services Department Website at http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/LookingForInformation/income-support-division-registers.aspx. within 3 days of receipt.

You may send comments electronically to: HSD-isdrules@hsd.nm.gov.