This memorial affirms the State of New Mexico's commitment to protecting Mount Taylor, a site of profound cultural significance for local indigenous communities, and opposes any uranium mining projects that threaten its integrity. Mount Taylor has been designated as a traditional cultural property, recognized for its importance in the spiritual and cultural practices of the region's Indian nations, tribes, and pueblos. The memorial highlights the potential dangers posed by proposed uranium mining, including environmental degradation, contamination of vital water sources, and health risks to both indigenous and non-indigenous communities.

The resolution calls for federal and state agencies to deny permits for uranium mining within the boundaries of Mount Taylor's traditional cultural property and urges Congress to reform the General Mining Act of 1872 to prioritize the protection of sacred sites and ensure meaningful tribal consultation in resource-related decisions. The memorial emphasizes the need for stronger ecological protections to preserve Mount Taylor for future generations and to maintain the cultural identity and traditional practices of the indigenous peoples connected to this sacred landmark.