Senate Memorial 28 requests the Crime Victims Reparation Commission to convene a statewide Crime Prevention Task Force aimed at studying gun violence in New Mexico and making recommendations to address this pressing issue. The memorial highlights the alarming statistics surrounding gun violence in the state, including New Mexico's high gun death rate and the significant financial burden gun violence imposes on taxpayers. It emphasizes the need for a comprehensive public health approach to tackle the root causes of gun violence, which necessitates collaboration among various stakeholders, including law enforcement, healthcare professionals, and community leaders.

The proposed task force would consist of representatives from multiple state departments, educational institutions, and law enforcement agencies, as well as advocates for gun violence prevention. Its objectives include studying the root causes of gun violence, examining current laws related to gun ownership, promoting public education on responsible gun ownership, and engaging with community leaders to develop effective prevention strategies. The task force is also tasked with creating stakeholder tables to define problems and identify effective strategies, ultimately reporting its findings to relevant legislative committees and the governor.