The proposed joint resolution seeks to amend the Texas Constitution to establish the Texas Severance Tax Revenue and Oil and Natural Gas (Texas STRONG) Defense Fund. This fund is intended to support areas of Texas that are significantly impacted by oil and gas production. The resolution outlines a mechanism for transferring a portion of general revenues to this fund, as well as to the economic stabilization fund and other designated accounts. Specifically, it mandates that 10% of the allocated funds be directed to the Texas STRONG Defense Fund, with a cap of $500 million per fiscal year to prevent excessive allocation.

Additionally, the resolution stipulates that the funds from the Texas STRONG Defense Fund can only be appropriated for use in regions affected by oil and gas activities, with the aim of addressing public health, safety concerns, workforce preparedness, and educational opportunities. The resolution also includes provisions for the transfer of any unspent funds back to the general revenue fund at the end of each fiscal biennium. The proposed amendment will be presented to voters in an election scheduled for November 4, 2025.