Senate Memorial 1 urges the United States Congress to enact legislation that would establish uniform criteria for redistricting congressional seats and prohibit states from midcycle redistricting unless ordered by a court. The memorial highlights concerns about partisan gerrymandering, which it argues undermines the principle of equal representation and infringes on voters' constitutional rights. It emphasizes that the authority to regulate elections and redistricting lies with Congress, as granted by Article 1 and the Fourteenth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

The resolution calls for Congress to implement standards that would ensure fair and consistent redistricting practices across states, thereby reducing political polarization and protecting voters' rights. Additionally, it requests that copies of the memorial be sent to various congressional and state officials to advocate for this legislative change.