House Joint Memorial 3 proposes to declare February 21, 2025, as "New Mexico TRIO Programs Day" in recognition of the significant contributions of TRIO programs, which are federally funded initiatives aimed at assisting low-income students in accessing higher education. The memorial highlights the history and evolution of TRIO programs, which began with three original initiatives in the 1960s and have since expanded to include various services that support students from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities and first-generation college students. The resolution acknowledges the impact of these programs in New Mexico, where 42 TRIO programs serve over 10,000 students and attract substantial federal funding.

In addition to recognizing February 21, 2025, as "New Mexico TRIO Programs Day," the memorial also calls for this date to be acknowledged as "National TRIO Programs Day" within the state. The resolution emphasizes the importance of TRIO programs in promoting educational opportunities and encourages their expansion to reach more students in need. A copy of the memorial will be sent to Richard Martinez, the president-elect of the TRIO New Mexico association, to further support the initiative.