The resolution designates August 10 of each year as Ecuador Day to honor Ecuador's independence and recognize the strategic partnership between Ecuador and the United States. This date marks the anniversary of Quito's declaration of independence from Spain in 1809, which initiated the Ecuadorian War of Independence, culminating in the country's liberation in 1822. The United States has maintained a diplomatic relationship with Ecuador since recognizing its independence in 1822 and signing a treaty of peace and commerce in 1839. Today, the U.S. is Ecuador's principal trading partner, with significant exchanges of goods and services.

The resolution also highlights the importance of the Ecuadorian community in New Jersey, which is home to the second-largest population of Ecuadorian immigrants in the U.S., with over 237,000 residents. The resolution calls for the Governor to issue an annual proclamation encouraging public officials and citizens to observe Ecuador Day with appropriate programs and activities. Additionally, it acknowledges Ecuador's rich environmental diversity and its contributions to scientific research, emphasizing the cultural and academic exchanges that strengthen the ties between Ecuador and New Jersey.