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AL SJR56

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/5/2012

Primary Sponsor

Tammy Irons

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Origin

Senate

Regular Session 2012

AI Summary

  • Commends the success of the United States beef industry in the world marketplace, recognizing record exports in 2011
  • 2011 beef exports reached 1.287 million metric tons valued at $5.42 billion, surpassing the previous 2003 volume record of 1.274 million metric tons and the 2010 value record of $4.08 billion
  • Export volume increased 21 percent and value increased 33 percent compared to 2010, with significant growth in Japanese (27 percent volume, 37 percent value) and Korean (37 percent volume, 33 percent value) markets
  • Recognizes Alabama's significant component in the beef industry and its contribution to the state's economic growth
  • Directs provision of a copy of the resolution to Phil Senz, CEO of the United States Meat Export Federation, as evidence of Alabama's admiration and appreciation

Legislative Description

Beef Industry, commended

Resolutions, Congratulatory

Last Action

Delivered to Governor at 11:15 a.m. on April 5, 2012

4/5/2012

Committee Referrals

Rules4/3/2012

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