SR 13 (LSB 2410XS (4) 87)

SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 13

BY  SCHNEIDER

A Resolution honoring the peaceful kinship between the peoples of Canada and the United States, and recognizing March 15, 2017, as Canada Day at the Iowa Capitol.

   WHEREAS, Canada and the United States share an economic partnership which is grounded in shared security and prosperity, balanced and fair, and which supports thousands of jobs in both countries; and
   WHEREAS, Canada and the United States depend on each other for mutual prosperity, as no two economies in the world are more integrated; and
   WHEREAS, Canada and the United States share a rich and vibrant history, founded on the shared values of liberty and justice, and a commitment to security and defense partnerships both within North America and outside North America; and
   WHEREAS, the economic relationship between Canada and the State of Iowa is especially strong, as Canada is Iowa’s top export market; and
   WHEREAS, Canada and the State of Iowa enjoy robust and expanding ties based upon relationships and exchanges in such areas as agriculture, innovation, culture, sport, and academia; NOW THEREFORE,

   BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE, That the Senate honors the long and rich history of friendship and economic partnership between the citizens of the State of Iowa and our neighbors in Canada; and

   BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That in honor of our strong and growing relationship, the Senate congratulates Canada on the occasion of its 150th year of Confederation, and recognizes Wednesday, March 15, 2017, as Canada Day at the Iowa Capitol.