This joint resolution proposes amendments to Article 4 of the New Mexico Constitution aimed at reforming the legislative framework. It seeks to limit state legislators to a maximum of twelve years of elected service, ensuring that individuals cannot serve beyond this threshold in either the Senate or the House of Representatives. Additionally, the resolution introduces the establishment of an independent "Citizen Commission on Legislative Salaries," tasked with the responsibility of establishing, adjusting, and limiting the salaries of legislators. The commission will consist of nine public members, with a requirement that no more than four members belong to the same political party, and will operate without compensation, although they will receive per diem and mileage.

Furthermore, the resolution amends the existing provisions regarding legislative compensation, specifying that legislators will receive per diem and mileage based on federal rates, along with a salary determined by the newly established commission. The commission is required to file a report on its salary determinations every four years, with the new salary structure taking effect in July following the report's submission. The proposed amendments will be presented to the public for approval or rejection in the next general election or a special election prior to that date.