It's Only, Like, My Favorite Resolution Ever!

State Legislatures pass resolutions all the time that are afirmations of individuals or groups that the state is 'officially' proud of (we have one hanging on our wall from the legislature afirming that the state of Missouri is proud of Rachael and that she's a good kid - I might post it sometime). But this resolution, passed 69-0 (with one rep absent) by Idaho house of Representatives, has to be the best.

Oh, and by the way - this is legit.

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The Legislature of the State of Idaho in the Fifty-eighth Legislature First Regular Session – 2005 in the House of Representatives

HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 29

By Ways and Means Committee

A concurrent resolution stating legislative findings and commending Jared and Jerusha Hess and the City of Preston for the production of the movie Napoleon Dynamite.

Be It Resolved by the Legislature of the State of Idaho:

Whereas, the State of Idaho recognizes the vision, talent and creativity of Jared and Jerusha Hess in the writing and production of “Napoleon Dynamite”; and


Whereas, the scenic and beautiful City of Preston, County of Franklin and the State of Idaho are experiencing increased tourism and economic growth; and


Whereas, filmmaker Jared Hess is a native Idahoan who was educated in the Idaho public school system; and


Whereas, the Preston High School administration and staff, particularly the cafeteria staff, have enjoyed notoriety and worldwide attention; and


Whereas, tater tots figure prominently in this film thus promoting Idaho’s most famous export; and


Whereas, the friendship between Napoleon and Pedro has furthered multiethnic relationships; and


Whereas, Uncle Rico’s football skills are a testament to Idaho athletics; and


Whereas, Napoleon’s bicycle and Kip’s skateboard promote better air quality and carpooling as alternatives to fuel-dependent methods of transportation; and


Whereas, Grandma’s trip to the St. Anthony Sand Dunes highlights a long-honored Idaho vacation destination; and


Whereas, Rico and Kip’s Tupperware sales and Deb’s keychains and glamour shots promote entrepreneurism and self-sufficiency in Idaho’s small towns; and


Whereas, Napoleon’s artistic rendition of Trisha is an example of the importance of the visual arts in K-12 education; and


Whereas, the schoolwide Preston High School student body elections foster an awareness in Idaho’s youth of public service and civic duty; and


Whereas, the “Happy Hands” club and the requirement that candidates for school president present a skit is an example of the importance of theater arts in K-12 education; and


Whereas, Pedro’s efforts to bake a cake for Summer illustrate the positive connection between culinary skills to lifelong relationships; and


Whereas, Kip’s relationship with LaFawnduh is a tribute to e-commerce and Idaho’s technology-driven industry; and


Whereas, Kip and LaFawnduh’s wedding shows Idaho’s commitment to healthy marriages; and


Whereas, the prevalence of cooked steak as a primary food group pays tribute to Idaho’s beef industry; and


Whereas, Napoleon’s tetherball dexterity emphasizes the importance of physical education in Idaho public schools; and


Whereas, Tina the llama, the chickens with large talons, the 4-H milk cows, and the Honeymoon Stallion showcase Idaho’s animal husbandry; and


Whereas, any members of the House of Representatives or the Senate of the Legislature of the State of Idaho who choose to vote “Nay” on this concurrent resolution are “FREAKIN’ IDIOTS!” and run the risk of having the “Worst Day of Their Lives!”


Now, therefore, be it further resolved by the members of the First Regular Session of the Fifty-eighth Idaho Legislature, the House of Representatives and the Senate concurring therein, that we commend Jared and Jerusha Hess and the City of Preston for showcasing the positive aspects of Idaho’s youth, rural culture, education system, athletics, economic prosperity and diversity.


Be it further resolved that we, the members of the House of Representatives and the Senate of the State of Idaho, advocate always following your heart, and thus we eagerly await the next cinematic undertaking of Idaho’s Hess family.


Be it further resolved that the Chief Clerk of the House of Representatives be, and she is hereby authorized and directed to forward a copy of this resolution to Jared and Jerusha Hess, the Mayor of the City of Preston and the Principal of Preston High School.


Statement of Purpose
The purpose of this resolution is to recognize and commend Jared and Jerusha Hess for their cinematic talents by which they have increased the nation’s awareness of Idaho.