The resolution recognizes March 15, 2023, as Arkansas DeMolay Day, emphasizing the importance of youth leadership and the development of social and historical awareness among children. It highlights the role of DeMolay International, founded in 1919, in providing young people with guidance, leadership training, and opportunities for personal growth through service to others. The organization promotes fundamental values such as love of parents, reverence, courtesy, friendship, fidelity, cleanliness, and patriotism, which are essential for the future of communities and the nation.
The resolution calls upon the citizens of Arkansas to engage in activities that celebrate and promote youth leadership, as well as the significance of freedom of religion and speech. It acknowledges the presence of numerous DeMolay chapters in the state, which include over 100 active members and many alumni who contribute positively to their communities.