The resolution proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia, specifically adding a new section, designated as section 23, to Article III, which pertains to the Bill of Rights. This amendment aims to guarantee the right of citizens to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife using traditional methods, while also allowing the Legislature and the Division of Natural Resources to enact statutes and regulations that promote wildlife conservation and management. The amendment emphasizes that public hunting and fishing are preferred methods for managing wildlife and clarifies that it does not alter existing laws regarding trespass or property rights.

The resolution, introduced on February 17, 2025, and referred to the Judiciary Committee, calls for the proposed amendment to be submitted to voters during the general election in 2026. It is officially designated as "Amendment No. 1" and is referred to as the "Right to Hunt and Fish Amendment." The summarized purpose of this amendment is to ensure that the citizens of West Virginia have the constitutional right to hunt and fish, while also maintaining the integrity of wildlife conservation efforts and property rights.