Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Georgia Ports Authority.

Key Points

• This resolution celebrates the 80th anniversary of the Georgia Ports Authority, which was started in 1945. It recognizes the ports in Savannah and Brunswick for helping Georgia become a major leader in global trade and shipping.
• The ports support more than 609,000 jobs across the state and generate billions of dollars in tax money for local and state governments. The Port of Savannah has become one of the fastest growing ports in the country.
• The Georgia Ports Authority has spent over $3 billion in the last ten years to modernize its facilities. It plans to spend another $4.5 billion over the next decade to handle more ships and improve rail and truck services.
• Beyond business, the authority has given $6 million to help with local housing near the ports. It also runs a program to train high school graduates for long term careers in the maritime industry.

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