The resolution SJR___ designates the week of May 4-10, 2025, as National Small Business Week in Alabama, commemorating the 62nd anniversary of this observance. It highlights the significant role that small businesses play in the economy, noting that they employ nearly half of Alabama's private sector workforce and account for 99.4 percent of the state's businesses. The resolution emphasizes the contributions of small businesses to job creation, economic revitalization, and community support, as well as the importance of fostering an environment conducive to their growth.

Furthermore, the resolution encourages Alabama residents to celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of small business owners and recognize their vital contributions to the economy. It calls for increased consumer awareness of the value small businesses bring to local communities and stresses the need for greater access and resources for minority-owned and underserved firms. Overall, the resolution aims to honor small business owners and promote their essential role in driving economic growth in Alabama and the nation.