This resolution commemorates the 84th anniversary of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's Executive Order 9066, which led to the forced removal and incarceration of over 120,000 individuals of Japanese ancestry during World War II, including 12,000 from Washington State. It highlights the immediate impact of the evacuation order on Japanese Americans, particularly those from Bainbridge Island, who were given little time to leave their homes and were placed in detention centers under harsh conditions. The resolution also acknowledges the loyalty and bravery of Japanese American soldiers, such as those in the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, who served valiantly despite being incarcerated, earning numerous military honors.

Furthermore, the resolution reflects on the findings of the 1982 Congressional commission that determined the internment was driven by racial prejudice and political failures rather than legitimate security concerns. It recognizes the profound economic, physical, and psychological harm suffered by Japanese Americans due to this injustice and honors the efforts of activists and veterans who fought for civil rights and reparations. The resolution calls for remembrance and reflection on the principles of liberty and justice, and it directs that copies be sent to various organizations that support the Japanese American community.