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HB 486: State government; City of Incheon, South Korea as sister city-state of the State of Georgia; designate

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House Bill 486

By: Representatives Hong of the 103rd, Werkheiser of the 157th, Franklin of the 160th, Stephens of the 164th, Park of the 107th, and others

A BILL TO BE ENTITLED

AN ACT

To amend Chapter 1 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding state government, so as to designate the City of Incheon, South Korea as the sister city-state of the State of Georgia; to provide legislative findings and declarations; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA:

SECTION 1.

The General Assembly finds and declares as follows:

(1) As of February 2020, Incheon was home to approximately 3 million residents, making it the third most populous city in South Korea, following Seoul and Busan;

(2) Incheon is a major port city, serving as a crucial hub for international trade and maritime commerce as well as the home to Incheon International Airport, one of the busiest and most advanced airports in the world;

(3) Incheon has been designated as an "English City" and has implemented the "Incheon Free English Zone" initiative, emphasizing global communication and education;

(4) Incheon has established sister city-state relationships with 39 cities around the world; and

(5) The State of Georgia recognizes the historical, cultural, and economic importance of Incheon and commends its contributions to global engagement, commerce, and cultural exchange.

SECTION 2.

Chapter 1 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding state government, is amended by adding a new Code section to read as follows:

"50-1-14.

The City of Incheon, South Korea is designated as the official sister city-state of the State of Georgia."

SECTION 3.

All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are repealed.