The proposed joint resolution seeks to amend the Constitution of South Dakota by increasing the number of signatures required for petitions to initiate amendments or measures. Specifically, it aims to modify Article III and Article XXIII, raising the threshold for a proposed initiative from ten percent to fifteen percent of the total votes cast for Governor in the last gubernatorial election. Additionally, the resolution stipulates that petitions must be filed with the Secretary of State at least one year prior to the next general election and must include the text of the proposed amendment along with the sponsor's name and address.

Furthermore, the resolution clarifies that while the people retain the right to propose measures and require legislative laws to be submitted to a vote, the new requirements will apply to both initiatives and referendums. It emphasizes that no proposed amendment can encompass more than one subject and must be distinctly prepared for separate voting if multiple amendments are presented at the same election. The resolution will be submitted to voters for approval at the next general election.