The resolution recognizes the centennial anniversary of Arkansas State Parks, commemorating the significant legislation signed into law by Governor Thomas Chipman McRae in 1923, which initiated the establishment of state parks in Arkansas. This act, along with the vision of Dr. T.W. Hardison, led to the creation of Petit Jean State Park and marked Arkansas's entry into the national state park movement. The resolution highlights the ongoing legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and the contributions of various governors, which have expanded and enhanced the state park system, now comprising fifty-two parks across forty-nine counties.

Furthermore, the resolution emphasizes the vital role that Arkansas State Parks play in the state's economy and quality of life, contributing over one billion dollars annually and attracting more than eight million visitors each year. It acknowledges the importance of these parks in preserving the state's natural, historical, and cultural resources, and recognizes the Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism's responsibility in maintaining these cherished areas. The resolution concludes by officially proclaiming 2023 as Arkansas State Parks Centennial Year, celebrating a century of conservation and recreation in the state.