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 the exchange of information among legislators and government staff, aiming to empower public servants in all branches of state government. The organization has a long-standing tradition of convening the Southern Legislative Conference, which fosters collaboration and discussion on policy matters relevant to the Southern states.

The 79th Southern Legislative Conference is scheduled to take place in Birmingham, Alabama, from July 19 to 23, 2025, and is expected to attract over 1,500 attendees, including legislators, government staff, and their families. The resolution expresses a warm welcome to all participants and highlights the importance of the conference in addressing current policy trends, challenges, and opportunities facing the Southern states.