The proposed joint resolution seeks to amend Article 4 of the New Mexico Constitution to establish a limit on the duration of a gubernatorial declaration of a state of emergency. Specifically, it stipulates that such a declaration, along with any associated orders, will automatically terminate after ninety days unless the legislature extends, modifies, or terminates it through a joint resolution that receives an affirmative vote from three-fifths of the members in both houses. This amendment aims to ensure legislative oversight and accountability during states of emergency.

Additionally, the resolution allows the legislature to call itself into extraordinary session if the governor does not convene a special session during an emergency, enabling them to take necessary actions regarding the emergency declaration. The proposed amendment will be presented to the public for approval or rejection during the next general election or any special election called for that purpose.