This resolution urges Congress to pass federal legislation that would grant statehood to the residents of Washington, D.C. It highlights the historical context of voting rights for D.C. residents, noting that they were initially stripped of their voting rights with the Organic Act of 1801 and only regained the right to vote for President and Vice President through the 23rd Amendment in 1961. The resolution emphasizes that D.C. residents, numbering 689,545 according to the 2020 census, pay more federal taxes than residents of 22 states and have served in the U.S. armed forces, yet they lack full representation in Congress. A district-wide referendum in 2016 showed overwhelming support for statehood among residents.

The resolution also points out that D.C. has maintained balanced budgets since 1997 but faces potential shutdowns due to Congressional budget deliberations. It references the introduction of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act in the 118th Congress, which would grant D.C. the same rights as other states, including representation in the Senate and House of Representatives. The resolution concludes by expressing Minnesota's support for D.C. statehood and directs the Secretary of State to transmit copies of the memorial to various federal officials, including the President and members of Congress.