House Resolution 394
By: Representatives Campbell of the 35th, Hugley of the 141st, Barnes of the 86th, Tran of the
80th, Sampson of the 153rd, and others
A RESOLUTION
Affirming that the American Dream belongs to all of us; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the American Dream has been a beacon of hope for generations; and
WHEREAS, the American Dream embodies the ideals of opportunity, prosperity, and
upward mobility, promising that every person shall have the chance to achieve what they
themselves define as success and fulfillment through hard work and determination; and
WHEREAS, many today feel as though their American Dream is unattainable; and
WHEREAS, the American Dream belongs to all of us, not just billionaires and
multi-millionaires; and
WHEREAS, our highest accomplishments as a state and nation have been achieved when we
harness the strengths of all people regardless of their identities to overcome our greatest
challenges; and
WHEREAS, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a centuries-old movement deeply
rooted in America's founding principles and its subsequent legacy of civil rights and social
justice efforts aimed at delivering the laws, policies, and initiatives that enable America to
live up to our Constitution's promises; and
WHEREAS, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies, from the 19th Amendment to the 1964
Civil Rights Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, among others, reflect the
corrective legislative and legal actions taken across our nation's history to expand and
guarantee access to the educational, economic, and civic obligations and capacities of our
nation; and
WHEREAS, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles and policies promote equal access
to opportunities, foster an environment of respect and belonging, and ensure that every
individual—regardless of background—can fully participate in all aspects of society; and
WHEREAS, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is essential to creating a society where all
individuals are valued, heard, and included; and
WHEREAS, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is based on removing barriers to opportunity
so that our merits can speak for themselves; and
WHEREAS, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is committed to widening pathways to the
American Dream for every community so that all people can reap the benefits of shared
prosperity in our nation; and
WHEREAS, freedom of speech and expression are fundamental constitutional rights,
protecting the ability of individuals to voice their ideas and opinions without interference,
punishment, or retaliation by the government; and
WHEREAS, anti-Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion activists, politicians, and corporate
decision-makers who attempt to prohibit DEI infringe upon the rights of individuals to freely
express themselves, diminish the diversity of perspectives that strengthen our society, and
conflict with anti-discrimination laws; and
WHEREAS, efforts to attack Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are harmful to the bottom line
and overall health of our economy.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body affirm their commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as an
essential foundation for achieving the American Dream and fostering environments where
all individuals have the freedom to be healthy, prosperous, and safe as well as opportunities
to realize their full potential.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body encourage local, state, and
federal policymakers, educational institutions, workplaces, and other organizations to adopt
and uphold Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion principles that promote inclusivity, protect
freedom of expression, remove barriers, and provide equitable opportunities for all
individuals to pursue their dreams.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
public and the press.