Recognizing the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz and acknowledging the Cyrus Cylinder as a symbol of respect for human rights and religious tolerance.

Recognizes: (1) the cultural and historical significance of Nowruz; (2) the aspirations of all people, including the people of Iran, for human rights and religious tolerance as embodied by the Cyrus Cylinder; and (3) the tour of the Cyrus Cylinder throughout the United States.