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GA SR853
Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/25/2024
Primary Sponsor
Sheikh Rahman
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AI Summary
- Georgia Senate recognizes and commends the Country of Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Association of Georgia for their advocacy, outreach, and encouragement of Bangladeshi-Americans to explore their culture and build bridges with other communities
- Bangladesh declared independence on March 26, 1971, was recognized by the United States on April 4, 1972, and the resolution marks 52 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries
- The Bangladesh Association of Georgia was established on November 25, 1990, with a mission to celebrate, educate, and elevate Bangladeshi-Americans through cultural events, educational programs, and community initiatives
- Two-way trade volume between the United States and Bangladesh has recently surpassed $9 billion, and Bangladesh has been one of the fastest growing economies in the world for more than a decade
- Sponsored by Senators Rahman of the 5th and Jones II of the 22nd, with the Secretary of the Senate directed to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press
Legislative Description
Country of Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Association of Georgia; recognize
Last Action
Senate Read and Referred
3/26/2024
Committee Referrals
Interstate Cooperation3/26/2024
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