The resolution urges Congress and the Alabama Congressional Delegation to support the Save Our Shrimpers Act of 2024, which aims to protect the shrimping industry in Alabama and the broader United States. The shrimping industry is currently facing a crisis due to an influx of inexpensive imported shrimp, primarily funded by U.S. taxpayer dollars through international financial institutions. The resolution highlights the detrimental effects of foreign shrimp farming on American shrimpers, including record low prices and increased operational costs, which have made it difficult for them to sustain their livelihoods.

Additionally, the resolution points out the ethical concerns surrounding foreign shrimp production, including the use of forced labor and contamination issues linked to imported shrimp. By advocating for the Save Our Shrimpers Act, the resolution seeks to halt the funding of foreign shrimp operations and promote a fair market for American shrimpers, thereby ensuring the sustainability of this vital industry in Alabama and other Gulf states.