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IL SR1053

Resolution

Status

Failed

1/7/2025

Primary Sponsor

William Cunningham

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Origin

Senate

103rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Supports a sister-state agreement between Illinois and Ireland through the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity to promote bilateral trade and cultural exchange

  • Bilateral trade between Illinois and Ireland exceeded $4.8 million in 2023

  • Ireland is Illinois' 7th largest foreign direct investment market, with 63 subsidiaries employing over 20,000 Illinoisans across 239 locations

  • Ireland serves as a gateway to the European Union, with 950 U.S. companies currently based there, and is the 9th largest investor in the United States

  • Recognizes the historical and cultural significance of Irish heritage in Illinois and the contributions of Irish-Americans to the state and nation

Legislative Description

IL/IRELAND BILATERAL TRADE

Last Action

Session Sine Die

1/7/2025

Committee Referrals

Assignments5/25/2024

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