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Section 10-9-2 - Purpose of act; enactment under constitution.

10-9-2. Purpose of act; enactment under constitution.

The purpose of the Personnel Act [10-9-1 NMSA 1978] is to establish for New Mexico a system of personnel administration based solely on qualification and ability, which will provide greater economy and efficiency in the management of state affairs. The Personnel Act is enacted under and pursuant to the provisions of Article 7, Section 2 of the constitution of New Mexico, as amended.