The resolution urges the State of Arkansas to avoid entering into contracts with companies or entities that profit from forced labor involving the Uyghur population in Xinjiang, China. It highlights the ongoing genocide and human rights abuses occurring in the region, including forced sterilization, labor, and the suppression of religious practices. The resolution references various credible sources, including U.S. government reports and international condemnation, which document the atrocities faced by Uyghurs and other Turkic Muslim groups. It emphasizes the responsibility of businesses to dissociate from these human rights violations and the potential legal risks they face if they do not conduct thorough analyses of their supply chains.
Furthermore, the resolution reflects the sentiments of many Arkansans, particularly the youth-led initiative "End the Uyghur Genocide," which advocates for awareness and action against these injustices. By encouraging the state to refrain from contracting with complicit companies, the resolution aims to align Arkansas's policies with the broader movement against forced labor and human rights abuses, reinforcing the importance of corporate social responsibility in addressing these critical issues.