This bill is a memorial that emphasizes the importance of citizen science in New Mexico and requests the governor to declare a "Citizen Science Day." It highlights the state's rich natural resources and the need for state agencies to engage the public in monitoring the vast lands they manage. The bill acknowledges the contributions of programs like Wild Friends, which integrates civics and wildlife law education, and promotes citizen science as a means to collect valuable data on environmental issues while fostering scientific literacy and community involvement, particularly among youth.

Furthermore, the memorial calls for the public education department, the New Mexico outdoor recreation division, the higher education department, and the New Mexico department of agriculture to review a working group report that outlines recommendations for expanding the use of citizen science in state agencies. The goal is to enhance youth engagement in science and environmental stewardship, ensuring that more individuals are aware of and involved in addressing real-world issues. Copies of the memorial will be distributed to the relevant departments for further action.