The resolution commemorates the establishment of the Territory of Washington and the convening of its first legislative assembly on February 27, 1854. It acknowledges the creation of the Washington Territory by Congress and President Millard Fillmore, the appointment of Governor Isaac I. Stevens, and the designation of Olympia as the temporary capital. The assembly, which met in a local store due to the lack of a suitable capitol building, consisted of a diverse group of legislators who represented various occupations and communities. Despite being limited to a 100-day session, the assembly successfully enacted significant legislation, including the establishment of a school system, infrastructure development, and the creation of criminal and civil codes.

The resolution honors the contributions of both native and non-native communities, particularly the residents of Olympia, in supporting the assembly's efforts. It recognizes the importance of this early legislative body in laying the groundwork for democracy in the region. The Senate resolves to transmit copies of the resolution to key local leaders, including the Mayor of Olympia, the Chair of the Squaxin Tribe, and the President of the Olympia Historical Society, to ensure that the legacy of the First Washington Territorial Legislature is remembered and celebrated.