N.M. Stat. § 77-5-1
Tuberculosis; examinations.
The board may make tests and examinations for the purpose of ascertaining
whether any domestic livestock in the state are affected with tuberculosis. The tests or
examinations shall be made by veterinarians of the board, inspectors of the United
States department of agriculture animal and plant health inspection service or other
veterinarians authorized by the board to perform the tests and examinations.