In 2019, New Mexico took the steps to build the tools to improve and integrate water data. Only the second state to recognize the importance of building a modern, agile water data infrastructure, New Mexico enacted 2019 NM House Bill 651 to share, integrate and improve the management of water data. This includes data on water quality, quantity and uses. This future-looking project is a multi-year endeavor, and is critical in responsive and responsible water management and water planning by and for the people of New Mexico.