The proposed joint resolution seeks to amend the New Mexico Constitution by adding a new section to Article 2 that establishes environmental rights for the state's residents. This amendment would guarantee the right to clean and healthy air, water, soil, and environments, as well as the preservation of healthy ecosystems and natural resources. It emphasizes the importance of protecting these rights equitably for all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or socioeconomic status, and prioritizes securing a stable climate for current and future generations.

Additionally, the resolution designates the state, counties, and municipalities as trustees of New Mexico's natural resources, mandating them to conserve and protect these resources for the benefit of all people. The provisions of this section are self-executing, meaning they can be enforced without the need for additional legislation, and it specifies that monetary damages cannot be awarded for violations. The amendment will be presented to the public for approval or rejection in the next general election or a special election prior to that date.