Resolution No. 16 recognizes and commends the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) on its 50th anniversary in 2025. Founded in 1975, NCSL has become the leading organization dedicated to serving state and territorial legislators and their staff. It emerged from the merger of three organizations that shared a commitment to legislative service as a vital aspect of democracy. NCSL operates as a bipartisan entity with the goals of enhancing the effectiveness, independence, and integrity of state legislatures, promoting interstate communication and cooperation, and ensuring a strong voice for states within the federal system.

The resolution highlights the role of state legislatures as "America's laboratories of democracy," emphasizing their ability to address emerging challenges and foster collaboration among diverse communities. NCSL has played a crucial role in facilitating the exchange of ideas, providing essential research, and encouraging thorough examination of complex issues facing communities and the nation. The Oklahoma State Senate expresses its appreciation for NCSL's leadership and commitment to the legislative institution and directs that a copy of the resolution be distributed to the organization.