The resolution, introduced by Senator Birdwell, calls upon the United States Congress to convene a convention under Article V of the U.S. Constitution. The purpose of this convention would be to propose amendments aimed at imposing fiscal restraints on the federal government, limiting its power and jurisdiction, and establishing term limits for federal officials and members of Congress. The resolution emphasizes the role of state legislatures as protectors of liberty against federal overreach and highlights concerns regarding national debt, unfunded federal mandates, and the federal government's failure to adhere to constitutional principles.

Furthermore, the resolution states that this application by the 89th Texas Legislature will remain in effect until at least two-thirds of the state legislatures have made similar applications to Congress. It mandates the Texas Secretary of State to send official copies of the resolution to various federal and state officials, requesting that it be entered into the Congressional Record and encouraging other states to join Texas in this initiative.