The resolution expresses the Alaska State Legislature's opposition to any efforts aimed at renaming the tallest mountain in North America from Denali back to Mt. McKinley. It emphasizes the historical significance of the name Denali, which has been used by the Koyukon Athabaskan people for thousands of years and translates to "the high one." The resolution highlights the mountain's cultural importance and the respect it commands globally, particularly following the U.S. Department of the Interior's decision in 2015 to officially restore the name Denali, recognizing the heritage and stewardship of Alaska Native peoples.

Furthermore, the resolution calls for continued recognition of the mountain's significance and the contributions of Alaska Native communities. It underscores the importance of honoring the traditional name and the cultural legacy associated with it, while also opposing any attempts to revert to the name Mt. McKinley, which was given in 1896 after a presidential candidate who never visited Alaska. Copies of the resolution will be sent to key federal officials, including the President, Vice President, and members of Alaska's congressional delegation.