House Joint Memorial 8 requests the New Mexico Department of Transportation to establish a rest stop and memorial at the entrance to the Trinity site near Bingham, New Mexico, in recognition of the upcoming eightieth anniversary of the first atomic weapon's detonation on July 16, 2025. The memorial aims to honor the "downwinders," residents who were significantly affected by the detonation and have struggled for recognition of their sacrifices. The resolution highlights the lack of acknowledgment from the federal government regarding the contributions of these individuals and emphasizes the urgency of recognizing their sacrifices as the number of survivors dwindles.

The memorial will include the construction of an appropriate rest stop and the installation of a roadside informational plaque, developed in consultation with relevant parties. Additionally, the Department of Transportation is requested to hold a dedication ceremony on July 16, 2025, to honor the downwinders and invite surviving individuals and families impacted by the detonation. Copies of the memorial will be sent to the governor, the secretary of transportation, and the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium.