The resolution commends Alabama for achieving a record in export sales, totaling $27.4 billion in 2023, despite facing global trade challenges. It highlights Alabama's strong reputation as a reliable exporter, with goods and services shipped to 190 countries. The state’s exports include a diverse range of products, with transportation equipment being the leading category at $14.8 billion. The resolution also notes a significant increase in sales of aerospace products and parts, reflecting the high demand for Alabama's quality goods in the international market.

Furthermore, the resolution recognizes the contributions of Alabama's trade and export professionals, including various state departments, trade organizations, and the hardworking individuals in the manufacturing, transportation, and agricultural sectors. It emphasizes the importance of international trade to Alabama's economy, which sustains thousands of high-paying jobs. The legislature encourages the continued growth of Alabama's "Made in Alabama" brand in the global marketplace, celebrating the collective efforts that led to the state's record export performance in 2023.