The resolution urges Congress to hold a joint session at Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on July 2, 2026, to commemorate the semiquincentennial (250th anniversary) of the Declaration of Independence. This event is significant as Independence Hall is the historic site where the Declaration was approved by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, marking the colonies' break from British rule. The resolution highlights New Jersey's crucial role in the American Revolution, noting its strategic location and the numerous military engagements that took place within the state during the conflict.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of recognizing this milestone in American history and calls for Congress to support House Congressional Resolution 115, which proposes the joint session. It also acknowledges the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence, which occurred in Philadelphia, Easton, and Trenton on July 8, 1776. The resolution aims to ensure that the contributions of New Jersey and the historical significance of the Declaration are honored during this commemorative event.