H.R. No. 1085 is a resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), which was founded in 1975. The resolution highlights NCSL's evolution into a premier organization dedicated to serving state and territorial legislators and legislative staff, emphasizing its bipartisan mission to enhance the effectiveness, independence, and integrity of state legislatures. It recognizes the vital role of state legislatures as "laboratories of democracy" that address emerging challenges and foster cooperation among diverse communities.

The resolution also acknowledges NCSL's contributions over the past five decades in facilitating the exchange of ideas, providing critical research, and strengthening relations between state legislatures and the international community. It commends the organization for empowering state lawmakers and their advocacy efforts, particularly in Texas. The Texas House of Representatives expresses its high regard for NCSL by adopting this resolution and preparing an official copy for the organization.