N.M. Stat. § 12-10-10
Enforcement of executive orders and rules.
A. It is the duty of all political subdivisions of the state and their coordinators of the
all hazard emergency management programs appointed pursuant to the provisions of
the All Hazard Emergency Management Act [12-10-1 to 12-10-10 NMSA 1978] to
comply with and enforce all executive orders and rules made by the governor or under
the governor's authority pursuant to law.
B. Political subdivisions shall meet all state and federal requirements before
becoming eligible to participate in state and federal all hazard emergency management
assistance programs. They must comply with all state and federal rules and procedures
and shall be removed from participation in the assistance programs by the state director
of homeland security and emergency management for failure to comply with the rules
and procedures or to maintain their eligibility in accordance with prescribed
requirements.