This resolution acknowledges the historical context and significance of Colombia's struggle for independence from Spanish rule, which began with the founding of the first permanent settlement by the Spanish in 1510 and culminated in the Battle of Boyacá in 1819 under the leadership of Simón Bolívar. It notes that Colombia's Independence Day is celebrated with parades and marches, similar to the 4th of July in the United States, and that both countries share common values such as the belief in liberty as an unalienable right and a commitment to a more peaceful world.

The resolution expresses the House of Representatives of the State of Rhode Island's intent to join Colombian American friends and neighbors in commemorating and celebrating Colombia's 214 years of Independence on July 20th, 2024. It also instructs the Secretary of State to transmit certified copies of this resolution to the Colombian American Cultural Society (CACS) and Colombia en Rhode Island, thereby formalizing the recognition and celebration of this significant day in Colombian history.