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House Resolution 394
By: Representatives Campbell of the 35
th
, Hugley of the 141
st
, Barnes of the 86
th
, Tran of the
80
th
, Sampson of the 153
rd
, and others
A RESOLUTION
Affirming that the American Dream belongs to all of us; and for other purposes.
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WHEREAS, the American Dream has been a beacon of hope for generations; and2
WHEREAS, the American Dream embodies the ideals of opportunity, prosperity, and3
upward mobility, promising that every person shall have the chance to achieve what they4
themselves define as success and fulfillment through hard work and determination; and5
WHEREAS, many today feel as though their American Dream is unattainable; and6
WHEREAS, the American Dream belongs to all of us, not just billionaires and7
multi-millionaires; and8
WHEREAS, our highest accomplishments as a state and nation have been achieved when we9
harness the strengths of all people regardless of their identities to overcome our greatest10
challenges; and11
WHEREAS, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a centuries-old movement deeply12
rooted in America's founding principles and its subsequent legacy of civil rights and social13
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justice efforts aimed at delivering the laws, policies, and initiatives that enable America to
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live up to our Constitution's promises; and15
WHEREAS, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies, from the 19th Amendment to the 196416
Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, among others, reflect the17
corrective legislative and legal actions taken across our nation's history to expand and18
guarantee access to the educational, economic, and civic obligations and capacities of our19
nation; and20
WHEREAS, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles and policies promote equal access21
to opportunities, foster an environment of respect and belonging, and ensure that every22
individual—regardless of background—can fully participate in all aspects of society; and23
WHEREAS, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is essential to creating a society where all24
individuals are valued, heard, and included; and25
WHEREAS, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is based on removing barriers to opportunity26
so that our merits can speak for themselves; and27
WHEREAS, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is committed to widening pathways to the28
American Dream for every community so that all people can reap the benefits of shared29
prosperity in our nation; and30
WHEREAS, freedom of speech and expression are fundamental constitutional rights,31
protecting the ability of individuals to voice their ideas and opinions without interference,32
punishment, or retaliation by the government; and33
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WHEREAS, anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion activists, politicians, and corporate
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decision-makers who attempt to prohibit DEI infringe upon the rights of individuals to freely35
express themselves, diminish the diversity of perspectives that strengthen our society, and36
conflict with anti-discrimination laws; and37
WHEREAS, efforts to attack Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are harmful to the bottom line38
and overall health of our economy.39
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that40
the members of this body affirm their commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as an41
essential foundation for achieving the American Dream and fostering environments where42
all individuals have the freedom to be healthy, prosperous, and safe as well as opportunities43
to realize their full potential.44
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body encourage local, state, and45
federal policymakers, educational institutions, workplaces, and other organizations to adopt46
and uphold Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles that promote inclusivity, protect47
freedom of expression, remove barriers, and provide equitable opportunities for all48
individuals to pursue their dreams.49
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized50
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the51
public and the press.52
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