The bill expresses the Washington State Legislature's strong commitment to addressing climate change and endorses the call for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty. It highlights the urgent need for action to mitigate the climate crisis, emphasizing that human activities are primarily responsible for accelerating global climate change. The bill outlines the various impacts of climate change already being felt in Washington, including health and safety risks, particularly for vulnerable populations. It also references previous legislative actions taken by the state, such as the Climate Commitment Act and science-based targets for greenhouse gas emissions, which aim to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.

Furthermore, the bill calls for the United States government to join the global community in developing a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, which would aim to end new fossil fuel exploration and phase out existing production. It emphasizes the need for a transition plan that prioritizes impacted workers and local government services, ensuring that investments include enforceable labor standards. The resolution is directed to various government officials, including the President of the United States and members of Congress, urging them to take action in line with the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement and the intergovernmental panel on climate change.