The department may designate federally recognized AAAs under the auspices of the Older Americans Act, or may designate non-federally recognized AAAs under state authority. Non-federally recognized AAAs shall be established and shall operate under the same rules as federally recognized AAAs unless otherwise negotiated with the designated organization.

[9.2.5.10 NMAC - Rp, SAA Rule No. 95-5.10, 6/30/2015]