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Introduced
04/03/2025
04/03/2025
In Committee
06/18/2025
06/18/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
A HOUSE RESOLUTION URGING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO WORK MORE CLOSELY WITH THE UNITED KINGDOM ON TRADE ISSUES AND FOREIGN INVESTMENT, EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR THE UNITED STATES-UNITED KINGDOM ALLIANCE, STRENGTHENING FRIENDSHIP AND ECONOMIC TIES BETWEEN THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA AND THE UNITED KINGDOM, ACKNOWLEDGING THE IMPACT OF BRITISH CULTURE ON NORTH CAROLINA, AND REAFFIRMING THE BONDS OF FRIENDSHIP AND COOPERATION BETWEEN THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA AND THE UNITED KINGDOM OF GREAT BRITAIN AND NORTHERN IRELAND.
AI Summary
This resolution expresses strong support for the friendship and alliance between North Carolina and the United Kingdom, highlighting their deep historical, cultural, and economic connections. The resolution emphasizes that the United Kingdom has been a significant investor in North Carolina, with over $1 billion in foreign direct investment since 2014 and 218 companies employing more than 43,200 North Carolinians. It acknowledges the UK's importance as the state's sixth-largest export destination, with over $2.5 billion in trade, and recognizes the cultural impact of British immigration, including the naming of cities like Charlotte and Raleigh after British historical figures. The resolution calls on the U.S. Congress to strengthen trade relations with the UK, commends the UK for its contributions to democracy and international cooperation, and reaffirms the enduring partnership between the two regions. Additionally, it highlights the broader U.S.-UK alliance as a cornerstone of global peace and stability, and instructs the Principal Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to various governmental and diplomatic offices.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (21)
John Bell (R)*,
Julia Greenfield (D)*,
Howard Penny (R)*,
Robert Reives (D)*,
Amber Baker (D),
Mary Belk (D),
Allen Buansi (D),
Maria Cervania (D),
Mike Colvin (D),
Allison Dahle (D),
Pricey Harrison (D),
Zack Hawkins (D),
Chris Humphrey (R),
Frances Jackson (D),
Carolyn Logan (D),
Tim Longest (D),
Jarrod Lowery (R),
Garland Pierce (D),
Renée Price (D),
Phil Rubin (D),
Donna White (R),
Last Action
Re-ref Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (on 06/18/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/H778 |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/House/PDF/H778v1.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2025/Bills/House/PDF/H778v0.pdf |
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