House Resolution No. by Representative Turner commends The Energy Council as it celebrates its fiftieth anniversary. Originally founded in 1975 as the Southwest Regional Energy Council with five member states—Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, and New Mexico—the organization has expanded to include fourteen states and two Canadian provinces. The Energy Council serves as a non-partisan forum for state legislators to engage in discussions about energy policy, allowing them to educate themselves on critical issues affecting the energy sector.

The resolution highlights the significant role The Energy Council plays in providing valuable resources to legislators and their constituents, particularly in energy-producing states like Louisiana. It acknowledges the contributions of Louisiana legislators on the Council's Executive Committee and emphasizes the organization's leadership in promoting responsible energy policy. The House of Representatives expresses its appreciation for The Energy Council's efforts and recognizes its importance in fostering dialogue and understanding of energy markets, technology, and policy across the United States.