The proposed joint resolution seeks to amend Article 12, Section 13 of the New Mexico Constitution to establish nominating committees responsible for providing lists of nominees to the governor for the appointment of nonstudent members to the boards of regents of state educational institutions. The amendment outlines that each board of regents will consist of five members, with four being qualified electors of New Mexico and one being a student member. The governor will nominate members from a list provided by the nominating committee, and these appointments will require the consent of the state senate. The terms for nonstudent members will be staggered at six years, while student members will serve two-year terms.

Additionally, the resolution specifies that the legislature will create laws governing the structure and function of these nominating committees, ensuring that no more than fifty percent of the committee members belong to the same political party. The amendment also includes provisions for the removal of board members, stipulating that they can only be removed for incompetence, neglect of duty, or malfeasance, and only after a hearing. The proposed amendment will be submitted to the public for approval or rejection during the next general election or any special election called for that purpose.