Summary:

 House Bill 411 (HB 411):  This proposed bill amends Section 12-3-4 NMSA 1978, which lists official New Mexico state symbols (such as the state flower, bird, tree, etc.). 

Legislation Overview:

 House Bill 411 (HB 411):  The bill’s primary purpose is to recognize smithsonite (a zinc carbonate mineral) as New Mexico’s official mineral, expanding the list of official state symbols.
a.	The only substantial change is the addition of a new state symbol: Smithsonite is designated as the official mineral of New Mexico.
b.	Once enacted, smithsonite joins the ranks of other recognized symbols (e.g., the state cookie is the bizcochito and the state question is “Red or green?”).
The bill does not affect other state laws or regulations; it simply confers this honorary designation on smithsonite.