The resolution proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia, specifically targeting section one of article IV, which pertains to voting rights in elections. The amendment stipulates that only citizens of the state who are also citizens of the United States shall be eligible to vote in elections held within West Virginia. It outlines specific disqualifications for voting, including minors, individuals declared mentally incompetent, those convicted of treason, felony, or election-related bribery, and those who have not resided in the state and county for at least thirty days prior to voting. Additionally, it clarifies that members of the military stationed in the state are not considered residents for voting purposes.

The resolution further designates this proposed amendment as "Amendment No. 1" and refers to it as the "Citizenship Requirement to Vote in West Virginia Elections Amendment." The purpose of the amendment is summarized as ensuring that only citizens of West Virginia who are also U.S. citizens are qualified to vote in state elections. The question of ratification or rejection of this amendment will be presented to voters during the next general election scheduled for 2026.