SJR30 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

J.T. WaggonerSenator

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Vivian Davis FiguresDan RobertsJack W. Williams

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Alabama's Exports and International Trade Professionals, commended

Summary

SJR30 is a nonbinding Senate resolution that commends Alabama's 2020 export performance and recognizes international trade professionals and trade partners, while encouraging continued growth.

What This Bill Does

The bill formally congratulates Alabama's exporters and the people and groups that support international trade. It highlights 2020 export figures, including $17.13 billion in exports to 190 countries and the prominence of transportation equipment, along with notable gains in various sectors. It acknowledges the roles of state agencies and trade partners, such as the Department of Commerce, Department of Agriculture and Industries, the Port of Mobile, Export Alabama Alliance, and related organizations, and it encourages continued growth of exports to the global market. It is ceremonial and does not create new laws or requirements.

Who It Affects

• Alabama exporters and international trade professionals: recognized for their 2020 performance and encouraged to continue exporting.
• Alabama-based export support agencies and partners (e.g., Department of Commerce, Department of Agriculture and Industries, Port of Mobile, Export Alabama Alliance, trade organizations, manufacturers, and small exporting businesses): acknowledged for their roles and support in exports.

Key Provisions

• Provision 1: Commends Alabama's 2020 export performance, noting $17.13 billion in exports to 190 countries and the largest category being transportation equipment at $8.17 billion, with notable gains in agriculture, medical equipment, forest products, printing and publishing, and other sectors.
• Provision 2: Recognizes the contributions of the state's export community and agencies (Alabama Department of Commerce, Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries, Port of Mobile, Export Alabama Alliance, trade organizations, manufacturing and transportation sectors, agriculture, and small exporting businesses) and encourages continued growth of Alabama exports to the global marketplace.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 23, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory