This joint resolution proposes an amendment to Article 4 of the New Mexico Constitution to establish an independent "Citizen Commission on Legislative Salaries." The commission will be responsible for determining, adjusting, and limiting the salaries of state legislators. It will consist of nine public members, with political party representation limited to four from the same party. The commission is tasked with conducting reviews and research on legislative salaries, adopting a final report on its findings, and submitting this report to the Secretary of State by October 1, 2029, and every four years thereafter. A minimum of five affirmative votes from the commission members is required for any salary adjustments to take effect in the following July's pay period.

Additionally, the resolution seeks to amend Article 4, Section 10 of the New Mexico Constitution to include provisions for legislative salaries as determined by the newly established commission. It specifies that legislators will receive per diem and mileage compensation based on federal rates, along with a salary set by the commission, while prohibiting any other forms of compensation. The proposed amendment will be presented to voters for approval during the 2028 general election or at a special election prior to that date.