This joint resolution proposes an amendment to the New Mexico Constitution by adding a new section to Article 2 that establishes environmental rights for the state's residents. It asserts that the people have the right to clean and healthy air, water, soil, and environments, as well as the preservation of native flora, fauna, ecosystems, and a safe climate. The resolution mandates that the state, counties, and municipalities act as trustees of New Mexico's natural resources, ensuring their conservation and protection for the benefit of all citizens, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or socioeconomic status.

The proposed amendment is designed to be self-executing, meaning it would take effect without the need for additional legislation, and it specifies that monetary damages cannot be awarded for violations of these rights. The resolution stipulates that the amendment will be presented to the public for approval or rejection during the next general election or at a special election called for that purpose.