The proposed bill aims to enhance student participation in athletic activities by prohibiting schools from restricting students based on their previous participation in sports at different schools. It allows high school students to engage in athletic activities regardless of their prior involvement at other institutions and ensures that students can participate in non-school-sponsored sports and athletic training camps without facing penalties. Additionally, the bill permits private schools to offer scholarships for athletic participation and grants eighth-grade students the opportunity to play high school sports without losing a season of eligibility.

To implement these changes, a new section is added to Chapter 22, Article 2 NMSA 1978, which outlines the eligibility criteria for school activities. This includes provisions for proportional representation on the board of directors of the association regulating extracurricular activities, as well as definitions for what constitutes an "athletic activity." Overall, the bill seeks to create a more inclusive environment for student athletes across New Mexico.