AL SJR43

Urges Congress to normalize relations with Cuba and lift the current embargo and trade barriers with the Republic of Cuba

Notes the U.S. has maintained comprehensive economic sanctions against Cuba for over five decades, restricting trade, travel, and financial transactions between the two nations

Highlights that Alabama currently exports $32,000,000 annually in agricultural products to Cuba and that Mobile and Havana are sister cities, with potential for expanded trade benefiting Alabama's agricultural sector, manufacturing, and small businesses

Identifies Cuba's population of more than 11 million consumers as a logical target for expanded U.S. food and agricultural exports, which would enhance food security access for Cuban citizens while creating market opportunities for U.S. farmers and businesses

Commends Alabama tractor company Cleber as the first U.S. company to build a factory and invest in Cuba since 1959