The Senate resolution expresses the sense of the Senate in honoring the long-standing partnership between the Province of Quebec and the State of Minnesota. It highlights the strengthening of interparliamentary relationships over the past decade, particularly through their involvement in various forums focused on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence region. The resolution emphasizes the importance of collaboration on issues related to water, trade, and the environment, noting that these regions manage a significant portion of the world's freshwater and contribute to a major economic area.

Additionally, the resolution acknowledges the substantial increase in trade between Quebec and Minnesota, which has grown by nearly 65 percent over the past five years. It recognizes Quebec as a key investor in Minnesota and a major trading partner, particularly in sectors such as aerospace and manufacturing. The resolution concludes by honoring this partnership and expressing hopes for continued mutual prosperity and growth in the future, while also directing the Senate to make copies of the resolution available for public distribution.