UT SJR013

Commemorates the 250th anniversary of U.S. founding by recognizing eight signers of the Declaration of Independence who were born in Ireland or of Irish descent, including Thomas McKean, Charles Carroll of Carrollton, and others

Honors Irish contributions to the Revolutionary War, including the March 17, 1776 end of the Siege of Boston and General John Sullivan's role as Officer of the Day during the British evacuation

Encourages Utah's Legislature and executive branch to establish a joint committee with representatives from business, the Legislature, and the Governor's Office of Economic Development to enhance Utah-Ireland relations and commerce

Calls upon the Republic of Ireland to consider appointing an Honorary Consul General in Utah to promote partnerships between the state and Ireland

Directs that certified copies be sent to the Chair of Seanad Éireann and national co-chairs of the American Irish State Legislators Caucus across multiple states