The resolution, introduced by a group of representatives, expresses support for the Supreme Court's decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, which affirmed the constitutional right to marry for same-sex couples. It emphasizes that the ruling upholds the principles of liberty and equality as outlined in the U.S. Constitution, particularly highlighting the importance of individual rights and the separation of church and state. The resolution argues that the Obergefell decision aligns with the founding principles of the nation and reinforces the notion that state laws must comply with constitutional guarantees of equality and due process.
Furthermore, the resolution critiques the historical definition of marriage as solely a union between one man and one woman, asserting that such a narrow view is inconsistent with the broader principles of equality and individual liberty. It underscores that the Fourteenth Amendment's Due Process Clause supports the right to marry, thereby protecting marriage rights for all individuals. The resolution concludes by calling for copies to be sent to key legislative leaders and the Governor, reaffirming the commitment to uphold the Obergefell decision and its implications for marriage equality.