Senate Joint Resolution No. 57 proposes significant amendments to the Constitution of the State, primarily focusing on replacing gender-specific language with gender-neutral terms to promote inclusivity and equality. The resolution aims to amend various sections of the Constitution, including references to state officials and individuals, ensuring that terms like "men" and "his" are replaced with "persons" and "such citizen's." This initiative reflects a commitment to modernizing the state's legal framework and eliminating gender bias in legal language. The resolution has received favorable support from the Committee on Government Administration and Elections and is set to undergo the necessary constitutional approval process, with the proposed changes to be presented to voters during the general election on November 3, 2026.

In addition to the gender-neutral language amendments, SJ57 outlines the roles and responsibilities of the governor and lieutenant-governor, particularly in cases of incapacity or absence of the governor. It establishes a council on gubernatorial incapacity to assess the governor's ability to perform duties and details the process for the lieutenant-governor to assume the governor's powers when necessary. The resolution also addresses the appointment of a reapportionment committee for assembly district formation and clarifies the limitations on members of the general assembly regarding holding other offices. Overall, the proposed amendments aim to enhance governance, ensure proper representation, and reinforce the principles of equality and non-discrimination within the state's constitutional framework.