Senate Memorial 13 requests the Guadalupe Hidalgo Treaty Division of the Department of Justice and the Land Grant Council to study the potential consequences of restructuring the governance of the Las Vegas land grant. This land grant is currently managed by the district court of San Miguel County, a situation that has led to confusion and a lack of guidance for the court in fulfilling its responsibilities. The memorial highlights the historical complexities surrounding the land grant's ownership and governance, noting that many stakeholders believe the current system has stripped land grant members of their ability to self-govern.

The resolution calls for a thorough examination of the implications of divesting management and appointment authority from the district court and suggests that changes to Chapter 49, Article 6 NMSA 1978 may be necessary. The findings from this study are to be reported to the appropriate legislative committees by December 1, 2026, ensuring that the concerns of land grant members and rural communities are addressed. Additionally, copies of the memorial will be sent to relevant officials, including the director of the Guadalupe Hidalgo Treaty Division and the chair of the Land Grant Council.