SJR122 Alabama 2013 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Gerald O. Dial

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Tom WhatleyCam Ward

Session

Regular Session 2013

Title

Southeastern United States and South Korean Economic Council, creation encourage

Summary

A state Senate joint resolution encouraging the creation of a Southeastern United States-South Korean Economic Council to promote trade, economic ties, and cultural exchange.

What This Bill Does

It urges the formation of a council to foster new and ongoing trade, economic, and workforce relationships between the Southeast U.S. and South Korea. It aims to strengthen mutual economic benefits, support existing businesses, and encourage cultural and educational exchanges. It designates leadership roles and coordinates with the Southeastern Legislative Conference for organizing the council.

Who It Affects

• Southeastern United States region and its businesses and workers, who could benefit from strengthened trade and investment with South Korea.
• Alabama-based employers and workers with ties to South Korean companies (such as Hyundai/Kia and suppliers), who could gain from increased investment, job opportunities, and continued economic activity.

Key Provisions

• Encourages the creation of the Southeastern United States-South Korean Economic Council to promote trade, economic and workforce relationships, mutual economic benefit, retention of existing businesses, and cultural and educational exchange.
• Designates the Lieutenant Governor as the initial chair of the council and as host of the organizational meeting to coordinate with the Southeastern Legislative Conference.
• Designates the state Secretary of Commerce as the vice chair of the council.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative