The purpose of this resolution is to honor and recognize the life and contributions of Dr. Mary Edwards Walker, a pioneering female surgeon and advocate for women's rights. It aims to celebrate her achievements during the Civil War and her ongoing efforts to promote equality and justice for women. Key provisions of the resolution include a detailed acknowledgment of Dr. Walker's significant contributions as a surgeon during the Civil War, where she served as an unpaid volunteer and later became the first female surgeon in the Army.