The resolution commends The Council of State Governments Southern Office (CSG South) for its role as a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that supports Southern Legislatures across 15 states, including Alabama, Florida, and Texas. CSG South provides a platform for regional cooperation and information exchange among legislators and government staff, aiming to empower public servants in all branches of state government. The organization has been hosting the Southern Legislative Conference for 78 years, fostering collaboration and discussion on policy matters relevant to the Southern states.

The upcoming 79th Southern Legislative Conference is scheduled to take place in Birmingham, Alabama, from July 19 to 23, 2025, where over 1,500 legislators, government staff, and their families will convene to address current policy trends, challenges, and opportunities. The resolution expresses a warm welcome to all attending officials and highlights the importance of the conference in bridging commonalities among Southern states and finding solutions to shared issues.