The 2025 Assembly Joint Resolution 108 proposes a constitutional amendment to create Section 27 of Article I, which aims to ensure equality of rights under the law for all individuals, regardless of sex, gender identity, race, color, sexual orientation, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, family status, age, ancestry, or any other immutable characteristic. This amendment mandates that the state and its political subdivisions must protect and secure these rights, and it establishes a private cause of action for individuals who experience violations of these rights by state actors.
To become effective, this constitutional amendment must be adopted by two successive legislatures and ratified by the public. The resolution has been introduced by a group of representatives and senators and is currently referred to the Committee on State Affairs for further consideration. If approved, the amendment will be published for three months prior to being presented to voters in the next general election.