The proposed joint resolution seeks to amend the Constitution of South Dakota by introducing a requirement for an intervening general election before any initiated constitutional amendment or measure can be considered if it addresses the same subject as a previously rejected measure. This amendment aims to ensure that voters have a cooling-off period before revisiting issues that have already been decided, thereby preventing repetitive ballot measures on the same topics within consecutive elections.

The resolution outlines specific amendments to Articles III, V, and XXIII of the South Dakota Constitution. It stipulates that if an initiated measure is found to be substantially similar to one that was previously rejected, it cannot be placed on the ballot until at least one general election has occurred since the last rejection. Additionally, it clarifies the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court in determining the similarity of measures and establishes the procedural requirements for proposing amendments through initiatives. This initiative is intended to enhance the legislative process and provide clarity on the handling of initiated measures in South Dakota.