The resolution addresses growing concerns regarding civic health in Washington state and the broader United States, highlighting a public opinion survey that indicates a significant portion of citizens are worried about the future of democracy. The survey revealed that 89% of Washingtonians express concern, with many having ceased communication with friends or family over political disagreements. This decline in respectful discourse and confidence in public institutions has prompted the formation of various organizations aimed at improving civic health, including the Project for Civic Health, which has engaged citizens to develop recommendations for addressing these issues.

In response to the findings and recommendations from the Project for Civic Health, the resolution proposes the establishment of a Joint Committee on Civic Health within the Washington State Legislature. This committee will consist of 13 members, including the Lieutenant Governor, members from both the majority and minority parties in both the Senate and House of Representatives, and will be chaired by the Lieutenant Governor. The committee is tasked with building upon the work of the Project for Civic Health, with a mandate to issue preliminary recommendations before the 2025 legislative session and final recommendations before the 2026 session, after which it will be disbanded.