The resolution establishes the Joint Interim Study Commission on Local and County Victim Notification in Alabama, aimed at addressing the critical need for a comprehensive system to inform victims of crimes about the custody status and movements of offenders. Currently, while there are systems in place for pardons and paroles, there is a significant gap in local and county-level notifications, which has left many victims anxious and uninformed. The resolution highlights that over 60% of county-level notifications have been managed through the VINE service, which is at risk of being lost without state funding.

The commission will consist of various appointed members, including representatives from victim advocacy groups, legislative leaders, and law enforcement agencies, ensuring a diverse representation reflective of the state's demographics. The commission is tasked with studying existing victim notification practices and will report its findings to the Governor and legislative leaders by the third legislative day of the 2025 Regular Session. The resolution also outlines the administrative support for the commission and the compensation structure for its members, with non-legislative members serving without pay but eligible for expense reimbursement.