The resolution is a formal expression of condolences from the Arizona Legislature regarding the passing of Charles Franklyn "Chuck" Long II, who was born on June 1, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan. Chuck had a distinguished life marked by his service in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, where he participated in helicopter combat rescue missions. After retiring from the Marines, he transitioned to a career in law enforcement and later became a well-known disc jockey in Washington, D.C. He also made significant contributions to the community through initiatives like the Chuck Long Motorcycle Safety Parade and founded America's Buffalo Soldiers Re-Enactors Association, which aimed to honor the legacy of the all-Black regiments of the U.S. Army.

The resolution acknowledges Chuck Long's impactful life and the legacy he leaves behind, including his five children and grandchildren. It expresses the Legislature's sincere regret at his passing and extends sympathies to his family. The resolution was unanimously adopted by both the Arizona House and Senate on July 31, 2023, and filed with the Secretary of State on the same day.