March 10, 1999

Mr. President:

Your JUDICIARY COMMITTEE, to whom has been referred

has had it under consideration and reports same with recommendation that it DO PASS, amended as follows:

1. On page 2, line 22, after "merchandise" insert "and expiration date of the merchandise".

2. On page 7, line 4, strike "produced" and insert in lieu thereof "processed".

3. On page 7, line 4, strike "vendor's principal" and insert in lieu thereof "grower".

4. On page 7, line 5, strike "and".

5. On page 7, line 7, strike "vendor's principal." and insert in lieu thereof "grower; and".

6. On page 7, between lines 7 and 8, insert the following new paragraph:

"(8) fresh produce.".

7. On page 7, line 10, after "misdemeanor" insert "and shall be sentenced in accordance with Section 31-19-1 NMSA 1978." and strike the remainder of the sentence.

8. On page 7, strike lines 11 and 12 in their entirety.

Respectfully submitted,

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Michael S. Sanchez, Chairman

Adopted_______________________ Not Adopted_______________________

(Chief Clerk) (Chief Clerk)

Date ________________________

The roll call vote was 3 For 2 Against

Yes: 3

No: Davis, McSorley

Excused: Aragon, Stockard, Tsosie

Absent: None

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