The resolution urges the United States Federal Government, Congress, and the Governor of North Dakota to terminate the disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) program, which is viewed as a form of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiative. It references executive orders from President Trump that direct federal agencies to eliminate DEI policies and emphasizes that federal contracts should be awarded based solely on the lowest responsible bid rather than race or gender. The resolution argues that the DBE program imposes burdensome requirements that deter contractors from bidding on federally funded projects, ultimately wasting taxpayer funds.
Furthermore, the resolution expresses support for the efforts to eliminate DEI policies, including the DBE program, and encourages the Department of Government Efficiency to take action towards this goal. It calls on the North Dakota Congressional Delegation to advocate for the removal of DEI initiatives from state funding and supports the Governor and Attorney General of North Dakota in their efforts to end the DBE program and challenge its requirements legally. The resolution concludes with a directive to forward copies to relevant officials, including members of Congress and state leaders.