The resolution addresses the renaming of the Washington State Library Building, which has been a significant architectural landmark since its completion in 1958 and was renamed the Joel Pritchard State Library in 1997 to honor Lieutenant Governor Joel Pritchard's contributions to public service. The building has transitioned from serving as a library to functioning as an office building for the legislature for over two decades. In light of ongoing renovations that aim to enhance its utility while respecting its modernist design, the legislature recognizes that continuing to refer to it as a library may lead to confusion among visitors.

To affirm the legacy of Joel Pritchard and clarify the building's purpose, the resolution proposes renaming the facility to the "Joel Pritchard Building." This change is in accordance with the authority granted to the legislature under RCW 43.34.090, which allows for the naming of buildings on the capitol campus. The resolution concludes by directing the Department of Enterprise Services to officially affix the new name to the building and to inform relevant state officials, including the Governor.