The House Resolution Number 13, adopted by the 136th General Assembly of the State of Ohio, recognizes the sovereignty of the Republic of Cyprus over the entire island and commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Turkish invasion and subsequent occupation of the northern part of Cyprus, which began on July 20, 1974. The resolution highlights the historical context of the invasion, including the partition of Cyprus along the UN-monitored Green Line and the condemnation of Turkey's actions by the United Nations Security Council through resolutions that affirm Cyprus's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

In addition to recognizing Cyprus's sovereignty, the resolution memorializes the impact of the Turkish invasion and occupation, which has persisted for five decades. It also calls for the transmission of the resolution to the Ambassador of Cyprus, the Ohio Congressional delegation, and local media, ensuring that the message of support for Cyprus is widely disseminated.