The resolution commemorates the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, which took place on July 4, 1776, by the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia. It highlights the historical context leading up to this pivotal moment, including the growing discontent among the 13 North American colonies due to Great Britain's taxation and policies, the formation of the Continental Congress, and the eventual decision to declare independence. The resolution notes the contributions of key figures such as Thomas Jefferson, who drafted the declaration, and emphasizes the document's assertion of fundamental rights and grievances against King George III.

Furthermore, the resolution recognizes the enduring significance of the Declaration of Independence as a foundational text for American liberty and its inspirational role globally over the past 250 years. It calls upon the 89th Legislature of the State of Texas to officially commemorate this milestone in American history, reflecting on the principles of equality and unalienable rights that continue to resonate today.