HJR23 Summary

• Recognizes March 3rd as National Vending Day in Alabama in honor of the vending and convenience services industry.

• The vending and convenience services industry employs over 2,876 Alabama residents.

• The industry has expanded to include a wide array of convenience services and recently launched a national public health commitment.

• During the COVID-19 pandemic, the vending industry served as an essential service providing food and beverages to first responders and workers in critical industries.

• The National Automatic Merchandising Association has designated March 3rd as National Vending Day nationally.