N.M. Code R. § 19.25.2.28
19.25.2.28 HEARING EXAMINER'S REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS: After completion of an evidentiary or summary judgment hearing on the merits, the hearing examiner shall prepare and submit a report and recommendation to the state engineer for final decision.
[19.25.2.28 NMAC - Rp, 19 NMAC 25.2.30, 8-30-2013]