Senate Joint Resolution No. 36 proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Connecticut that would establish individual rights to a clean and healthy environment, including air, water, soil, ecosystems, and a stable climate. This amendment emphasizes that these rights are essential for public health, safety, and general welfare, and it mandates that the state protect these rights equitably for all residents, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or socioeconomic status. The resolution also outlines the state's responsibility to conserve and manage natural resources and prohibits any government actions that would lead to environmental degradation.

The proposed amendment will be presented to voters during the general election on November 3, 2026, where they will be asked whether they support the constitutional changes. If approved, the amendment would ensure that the rights to a healthy environment are recognized as inalienable rights, allowing residents to directly invoke and enforce these rights. Additionally, it stipulates that funds allocated for the protection of natural resources cannot be diverted for other purposes.