N.M. Stat. § 1-5-18
List and roster preparation; compatible duplicate means.
A. The secretary of state shall provide to the county clerk means for the preparation of voter
lists and signature rosters.
B. At least one compatible duplicate means shall be provided for on a standby basis, and it
shall be capable of performing the preparation of voter lists and signature rosters with minimum
delay in case the original means is unable to perform.
C. The secretary of state shall procure and preserve sufficient duplicate voter registration
system software and operating instructions so that in case of disaster the duplicate master
record and the duplicate voter registration system software and operating instructions will be all
that will be required for another compatible facility to prepare registered voter lists and signature
rosters with minimum delay.