Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.

This resolution recognizes the profound service and sacrifice of all District of Columbia veterans, highlighting their contributions in every American war. It specifically notes the unique circumstance of these approximately 30,000 veterans who have served without full voting representation in Congress or complete local self-government. The resolution condemns this denial of fundamental democratic rights for DC residents, including veterans and their families, despite their historical military service and casualties that have exceeded those of many states. The resolution advocates for the immediate enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51) to achieve statehood for the District of Columbia. This act would grant full and equal voting rights in Congress and unimpeded democratic control over local affairs, making the District the 51st State. The call for statehood is particularly underscored by the unwavering service of DC veterans, and the resolution notes that the House of Representatives has previously passed this statehood bill twice.