The resolution commemorates the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944, when 156,000 American, British, and Canadian troops began the liberation of Europe by landing on the beaches of Normandy, France. The resolution highlights the bravery and sacrifices of the soldiers who faced extreme challenges, such as the intense enemy fire at Omaha Beach and the airborne troops who were dropped behind enemy lines. It acknowledges the importance of the Normandy landings as the largest amphibious assault in history and a pivotal moment in World War II that helped to free Europe from Nazi control and contributed to the preservation of democracy.

The resolution further recognizes the lasting impact of the soldiers' efforts, which led to the freedom and prosperity enjoyed in Europe today and helped maintain America's status as a free nation. It calls for the Senate of the State of Rhode Island to memorialize and commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings and to never forget the sacrifices made for freedom and liberty. The resolution also instructs the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to the Rhode Island Adjutant General, Major General Christopher P. Callahan.