The resolution proposes an amendment to the Constitution of the State of West Virginia, specifically amending section one of article VII, which governs the election of the executive department. The key provision of the amendment stipulates that only individuals born in West Virginia may be elected as or serve as Governor. This proposed change aims to ensure that the state's highest executive office is held exclusively by those with West Virginia roots.

The resolution has been introduced and referred to the appropriate legislative committees, and it calls for the question of ratification or rejection of this amendment to be presented to the voters during the next general election in 2026. The amendment is designated as "Amendment 1" and is summarized as the "Governor born in West Virginia Amendment," emphasizing that candidates for the governorship must be born in the state to qualify for the position.