The proposed resolution seeks to amend Article I of the New Jersey Constitution by establishing the right of every individual to a clean and healthy environment, which encompasses access to pure water, clean air, and ecologically sound habitats. It emphasizes the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic, and aesthetic qualities of the environment, asserting that the State must not infringe upon these rights through any actions or inactions. Additionally, the resolution designates the State as the trustee of public natural resources, including water, air, flora, fauna, climate, and public lands, which are considered common property for both current and future generations.

The amendment further stipulates that the State has a responsibility to conserve and maintain these resources for the benefit of all citizens. It clarifies that the rights established by this amendment are self-executing and complement existing rights under the public trust doctrine or common law. If approved, the amendment will be presented to voters in the next general election, and it will become part of the Constitution on March 1 following the election in which it is ratified.