52-1-68.  Reciprocal recognition of extra-territorial coverage with other jurisdictions.

For the purpose of effecting mutually satisfactory reciprocal arrangements with other states respecting extra-territorial jurisdictions, the director of workers’ compensation division is empowered to promulgate special and general regulations not inconsistent with the provisions of the Workers’ Compensation Act [52-1-1 NMSA 1978] and, with the approval of the governor, to enter into reciprocal agreements with appropriate boards, commissions, officers or agencies of other states having jurisdiction over workers’ compensation claims.