The resolution proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia, specifically targeting section two of article XII, which pertains to the duties and authority of the West Virginia Board of Education. The amendment aims to clarify the board's responsibilities, stating that the general supervision of the state's free schools will be vested in the board, which will perform only those duties prescribed by law. The board will consist of nine members appointed by the Governor with Senate approval, ensuring a political balance and specific qualifications for membership. Additionally, the resolution outlines the conditions under which board members may be removed from office.

The proposed amendment, designated as "Amendment No. 1" and titled "Clarification of West Virginia Board of Education Duties and Authority," will be submitted to voters for ratification or rejection during the general election in 2026. The summary of the amendment emphasizes its purpose to clarify the board's duties and authority, thereby enhancing the governance of education in West Virginia. The resolution includes specific language changes, with strikethroughs indicating deletions and underscoring indicating new additions to the existing law.