This joint resolution proposes an amendment to Article 1 of the New Mexico Constitution, establishing a formal process for the secession of three or more contiguous counties. The amendment outlines specific criteria that must be met for secession to occur, including the requirement that at least fifteen percent of qualified electors in each county sign a petition to hold a special election. Additionally, a two-thirds majority vote in favor of secession in each county's special election is necessary, along with a unanimous resolution from the county commissions and the settlement of any outstanding debts to the state.

Furthermore, the resolution stipulates that the secession process is contingent upon the approval of Congress and the President of the United States. The proposed amendment will be presented to the public for approval or rejection during the next general election or at a special election called for that purpose.