Senate Memorial 24 recognizes the historical and cultural significance of El Santuario de Chimayo and the Chimayo pilgrimage for the people of New Mexico. The memorial highlights the rich history of the area, from its early Tewa and Pueblo Indian inhabitants to the establishment of the chapel in 1816 by Bernardo Abeyta and the subsequent growth of the pilgrimage, particularly after World War II. It notes the pilgrimage's evolution into a major event attracting over three hundred thousand participants annually from diverse religious backgrounds, as well as its recognition as an official pilgrimage site by the Archdiocese of Santa Fe in 1979.

The memorial also emphasizes the safety measures implemented by state and local authorities to protect both drivers and pedestrians during the pilgrimage, as well as the media's role in promoting awareness of the event. Additionally, it announces an upcoming two-year exhibit at the New Mexico History Museum, set to begin on April 12, 2025, which will showcase the significance of the pilgrimage through photographs and recreations of the sanctuary's spaces. The Senate calls for the recognition of El Santuario de Chimayo's importance to New Mexico's culture, community, and faith, and requests that a copy of the memorial be sent to the Archdiocese of Santa Fe.