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This resolution honors Georgia's aerospace and defense industry by recognizing its significant economic and employment contributions, highlighting the state's robust aerospace sector that encompasses over 800 companies, employs more than 200,000 Georgians, and generates an estimated annual economic impact of $57.5 billion. The resolution specifically notes Georgia's aerospace exports as the top international export category since 2004, with 2023 exports totaling $11.1 billion, and emphasizes the state's strong educational infrastructure supporting the industry, including the Georgia Institute of Technology's top-ranked aerospace engineering program and Middle Georgia University's comprehensive aviation programs. The resolution also celebrates major aerospace and defense employers like Lockheed Martin and Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, recognizes Georgia's strategic transportation advantages including the world's busiest airport in Atlanta, and acknowledges the state's significant military presence with eight active military bases and headquarters for the U.S. Army Cyber Command. By designating February 26, 2025, as Georgia Aerospace Day at the state capitol, the resolution aims to recognize and celebrate the industry's continued growth and importance to the state's economy, and directs the House Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to relevant industry and educational representatives.

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70871