Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Georgia Ports Authority.
This resolution (HRES 437) is a ceremonial House of Representatives measure that recognizes the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) for its 80 years of operation (since 1945) and commemorates its role in strengthening Georgia's economy. It highlights the GPA's economic impact - including supporting over 609,000 jobs and generating billions in annual revenue - without creating any new policies, funding, or obligations. The resolution serves solely as a symbolic acknowledgment of the GPA's contributions to trade and logistics, with no direct effect on port operations or affected parties. It is purely commemorative, as noted in its title and content.
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Introduction
May 2025
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Introduced May 21, 2025
Last action May 22, 2025
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May 22, 2025
Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
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May 21, 2025
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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Earl L. "Buddy" Carter
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