The resolution, H.J.R. No. 87, proposes a constitutional amendment to the Texas Constitution that would reserve the powers of initiative and referendum to the people. This amendment aims to allow citizens to propose statutory and constitutional measures through petitions, which would then be submitted to the electorate for approval. The process includes a filing fee, signature requirements, and validation steps involving the Secretary of State and the Texas Legislative Council. The initiative process would require a certain percentage of registered voters' signatures, while the referendum process would allow voters to repeal enacted statutes.

Additionally, the resolution outlines the procedures for both initiatives and referendums, including the preparation of petitions, the timeline for filing, and the requirements for certification. It specifies that if a proposed measure is approved by voters, it would take effect according to its terms, and any statutory measure could only be amended or repealed with a two-thirds vote in the legislature within five years. The proposed amendment will be submitted to voters for approval in an election scheduled for November 4, 2025.