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(Parenthesis
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Responses
Received From
New
Mexico Environment Department
Department
of Public Safety
SUMMARY
Synopsis
of Bill
Senate Bill 281
requires that late-night convenience businesses are equipped with security devices,
including security cameras; a drop safe for restricted access to cash receipts;
windows that allow a clear and unobstructed view from the outside of the
building, and height markers for the purpose of employee safety. Failure of a business to comply with these
security devices would result in a misdemeanor.
Significant
Issues
The Environment Department notes the bill does
not address employee training, outside lighting, or security audits. The Department of Public Safety indicates
that the bill creates a new crime that the enforcement division would have to
enforce.
ADMINISTRATIVE IMPLICATIONS
The Department of
Public Safety comments the bill impacts the department’s performance measures. The Environment Department indicates that one
of its Occupational Health and Safety Bureau performance measures is to reduce
the number of injuries and illnesses in all industries. Senate Bill 281 establishes minimum uniform
standards for some late night convenience stores, thus reducing the number of injuries,
illnesses and fatalities.
RELATIONSHIP
Senate Bill 281
relates to Senate Joint Memorial 4.
Senate Joint Memorial 4 directs the Environment Department to study issues
relating to employee safety and security at late night retail stores. It also directs the department to develop and
present safety regulation before the Environmental Improvement Board. Senate Bill 281 and Senate Joint Memorial 4
both apply to businesses open during the hours of
KBC/yr