The 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 specifically states that high school students cannot be barred from athletic activities due to prior involvement at another school, and students are allowed to engage 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 allows eighth-grade students to compete in high school sports without losing a season of eligibility.

To implement these changes, a new section is added to Chapter 22, Article 2 of the New Mexico Statutes, 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 various educational institutions.