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This joint resolution proposes an amendment to Article 2, Section 4 of the New Mexico state constitution to explicitly prohibit slavery and involuntary servitude in any form. The proposed amendment would add language to the existing constitutional section on natural rights, which currently outlines that all persons are born equally free and have inherent rights such as enjoying and defending life and liberty, acquiring and protecting property, and seeking safety and happiness. By inserting the new provision that "Slavery and involuntary servitude in any form are prohibited," the resolution aims to make an unequivocal constitutional statement against these practices. The resolution also stipulates that the proposed amendment must be submitted to voters for their approval or rejection, either at the next general election or at a special election called specifically for this purpose, which is a standard procedure for constitutional amendments in many states.

Government Affairs

https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=JR&legno=15&year=25