A. The "recycling, circular economy and illegal dumping alliance" is created and is composed of one member from each of the following:
(1) state government;
(2) local government;
(3) a solid waste authority;
(4) an industry waste generator;
(5) a tribal government;
(6) a nonprofit organization;
(7) a recycling company;
(8) a retailer;
(9) an agricultural producer;
(10) a soil and water conservation district;
(11) a waste management company; and
(12) the public at large.
B. The secretary shall appoint members of the alliance to serve two-year terms as volunteers with no compensation from the state.
C. The alliance shall:
(1) develop strategies to increase recycling, foster the circular economy and decrease illegal dumping in New Mexico;
(2) create a state circular economy plan, as a component of the New Mexico solid waste management plan, to establish programs and goals and update the plans every three years to measure progress and modify strategies; and
(3) review and make recommendations for funding grant applications from the recycling and illegal dumping fund.