Bill > HR135

This resolution, adopted by the Alabama House of Representatives, formally recognizes and celebrates the strong, long-standing relationship between the State of Alabama and Japan, acknowledging decades of cooperation, mutual respect, and shared values. It highlights the significant economic ties, including over $2.8 billion in two-way trade and the presence of approximately 100 Japan-based companies in Alabama, such as Toyota and Honda, which contribute substantially to the state's economy. The resolution also emphasizes the importance of ongoing collaboration through initiatives like the Southeast U.S.-Japan (SEUS-Japan) conference, which fosters investment and partnership, and celebrates the civic and cultural connections, including numerous sister-city relationships between Alabama cities and Japanese cities. Furthermore, it expresses appreciation for Kenichi Matsuda, the Consul General of Japan in Atlanta, and welcomes him to the State House to commemorate this relationship, designating March 10, 2026, as "Japan Day" within the Alabama House of Representatives to honor this profound partnership and encourage its continued growth through trade, investment, education, cultural exchange, and friendship.

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