SJR127 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

J.T. WaggonerSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Republic of Turkey recognized, Alabama-Turkish friendship encouraged

Summary

A Senate Joint Resolution that recognizes Turkey and encourages ongoing Alabama-Turkish friendship, including support for the Turkic American Federation of Southeast (TAFS).

What This Bill Does

If adopted, the resolution would formally express support for stronger Alabama-Turkey ties, recognize Turkey's contributions and the work of TAFS to promote intercultural understanding and goodwill, and extend best wishes for the Turkish-Alabamian Friendship Dinner.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents and local businesses involved in or benefiting from Alabama-Turkey trade, cultural exchange, and related activities.
• TAFS and its member organizations (in Alabama and neighboring states), which are recognized for promoting intercultural understanding and organizing events.

Key Provisions

• Encourages continuing Alabama-Turkish friendship.
• Recognizes the contributions of the Republic of Turkey and the Turkic American Federation of Southeast (TAFS) to intercultural understanding and goodwill.
• Extends best wishes for a successful and memorable Turkish-Alabamian Friendship Dinner.
• Acknowledges TAFS's role in promoting cultural, educational, academic, business, social, and arts relations and in organizing events for American, Turkish, Turkic, and Eurasian communities across multiple states.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative