The resolution expresses support for the Equal Representation Act (H.R. 7109), which was introduced on January 29, 2024. This act aims to require a citizenship question on the decennial census and modify the apportionment of United States Representatives and electoral votes to be based solely on the population of U.S. citizens, rather than including all individuals physically present in the country, including illegal immigrants. The resolution highlights the significant impact of census data on congressional representation, electoral votes, and the redrawing of legislative districts, emphasizing that the current inclusion of noncitizens in census counts can dilute the political power of districts with fewer noncitizens.
The resolution further outlines concerns regarding illegal immigration under the Biden administration, citing estimates of over 10 million illegal entries, which have contributed to a total noncitizen population in the U.S. of approximately 30 million. It argues that this large noncitizen population could significantly affect congressional representation if not addressed. The resolution calls for the protection of American citizens' rights to equal representation in government and urges the Senate to vote on the Equal Representation Act to ensure that representation is based on the citizen population. Copies of the resolution will be sent to key congressional leaders to advocate for the act's passage.