DESIGNATION OF NEW MEXICO COMMERCIAL ZONE.

SEC. 4031. DESIGNATION OF NEW MEXICO COMMERCIAL ZONE. (a) General Rule.—Notwithstanding the provisions of section 13902(c)(4)(A) of title 49, United States Code, the New Mexico Commercial Zone shall be a commercial zone for purposes of transportation of property only under section 13506(b) of such title. (b) Consultation.—In carrying out this section, the Secretary shall consult with other Federal agencies that have responsibilities over traffic between the United States and Mexico. (c) Submission of Plan.—Not later than 3 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the State of New Mexico shall submit to the Secretary a plan describing how the State will monitor commercial motor vehicle traffic and enforce safety regulations. (d) Savings Provision.—Nothing in this section shall affect any action commenced or pending before the Secretary or Surface Transportation Board before the date of enactment of this Act. (e) New Mexico Commercial Zone Defined.—In this section, the term “New Mexico Commercial Zone” means the area that is comprised of Dona Ana County and Luna County in New Mexico. (f) Designation.—The designation and operation of the New Mexico Commercial Zone shall become effective upon the date of enactment of this Act.