Affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace, elementary, secondary, and higher education systems, government programs, the military, and our society.

Addressing Discriminatory Barriers: The resolution states that these initiatives address discriminatory barriers to opportunity and ongoing discrimination (Whereas clause).

Improving Economic Mobility: By addressing disparities, the initiative aims to prevent the decrease in economic mobility rates in the United States (Whereas clause).

Enhancing Workplace Productivity: The text notes that companies with diverse workforces can be more innovative, productive, and profitable (Whereas clause).

Reducing Economic Costs: Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility initiatives can bring down costs by reducing turnover and hiring costs (Whereas clause).

Improving Healthcare Outcomes: These efforts in healthcare can ensure culturally competent and bias-free care, addressing social determinants of health (Whereas clause).

Providing Access to Essential Resources: Using an equity lens helps prevent systemic barriers like cost or transportation from preventing groups from accessing essential resources (Whereas clause).

Supporting Small Businesses: These initiatives can support small minority- and women-owned businesses through funding and procurement goals (Whereas clause).

Loss of Educational and Career Opportunities: Qualified students and workers who benefit from scholarships, internships, training, and mentorships supported by these initiatives could lose those opportunities (Whereas clause).

Impact on Business Recruitment: Companies and organizations may struggle to recruit and retain skilled, diverse workforces if these initiatives are altered (Whereas clause).