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title: SR 183. President of the United States; the imposition of tariffs on Mexico and Canada; express strong disagreement
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date: 2025-02-13
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status_date: 2025-02-12
last_action: Senate Read and Referred
sponsors:
  - Jason Esteves
  - Harold Jones
  - Elena Parent
  - Kim Jackson
  - Nan Orrock
  - Ed Harbison
  - Donzella James
  - Freddie Sims
  - Kenya Wicks
  - Nabilah Islam Parkes
  - Josh McLaurin
  - Sonya Halpern
  - Tonya Anderson
  - Gail Davenport
  - Sally Harrell
  - Randal Mangham
  - RaShaun Kemp
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topic_tags:
  - tariffs
  - trade policy
  - Georgia agriculture
  - small businesses
  - federal government relations
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# SR 183. President of the United States; the imposition of tariffs on Mexico and Canada; express strong disagreement

## Text

Senate Resolution 183
By: Senators Esteves of the 35th, Jones II of the 22nd, Parent of the 44th, Jackson of the 41st,
Orrock of the 36th and others
A RESOLUTION
Expressing strong disagreement over the imposition of tariffs on Mexico and Canada by the
President of the United States and urging a focus on policies that benefit Georgia's
hardworking families and small businesses; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the United States has long enjoyed strong trade relationships with Mexico and
Canada, which are essential partners under the North American trade framework; and
WHEREAS, Georgia has an economy built on agriculture, manufacturing, and small
businesses that depend on access to international markets and reasonably priced imported
goods; and
WHEREAS, the recent threat of tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada threatens to
increase costs for Georgia consumers and small business owners alike, creating a heavy
burden on hardworking everyday Georgians who already face rising living expenses; and
WHEREAS, these tariffs will likely disrupt supply chains, lead to retaliatory trade measures,
and negatively impact critical sectors of Georgia's economy, including the agricultural
industry, which relies heavily on export markets; and
WHEREAS, Georgia's small business owners, who form the backbone of the state's
economy, will be forced to absorb or pass on increased costs to consumers, thereby limiting
their ability to grow, hire, and contribute to the economic well-being of their communities;
and
WHEREAS, imposing these tariffs detracts from addressing critical issues that would
improve the quality of life for Georgians, such as strengthening education, improving
infrastructure, and expanding access to healthcare.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
express their strong disagreement with the broad imposition of tariffs on Mexico and Canada
by the President of the United States in recognition of their harmful effects on Georgia's
families, small businesses, and economy.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body urge the federal government
to prioritize policies that promote free and fair trade, reduce financial burdens on citizens,
and foster a stable environment that supports Georgia's growth and prosperity.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body stand in support of Georgia's
hardworking families, entrepreneurs, and farmers, all of whom are essential to the state's
economic success and deserve federal policies that help rather than hinder their ability to
thrive.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the President of the
United States, the United States Trade Representative, and members of Georgia's
Congressional Delegation.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia Senate resolution would put the Senate on record opposing federal tariffs on Mexico and Canada, urging Congress and the President to pursue trade policies that protect Georgia families and businesses.

### Plain-language summary

This resolution does not change any Georgia law. It is a statement from the Georgia Senate expressing disagreement with tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada imposed by the President of the United States. The resolution argues that Georgia's economy, especially agriculture, manufacturing, and small businesses, depends on trade with Mexico and Canada and that tariffs would raise costs for consumers and business owners.
The resolution formally states the Senate's opposition to the tariffs, urges the federal government to pursue free and fair trade policies instead, and voices support for Georgia's farmers, entrepreneurs, and working families. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to send copies of the resolution to the President, the United States Trade Representative, and Georgia's members of Congress. It has no enforcement mechanism and creates no new rights, penalties, or funding.

### What it does

- States the Georgia Senate's formal disagreement with tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada imposed by the President of the United States.
- Urges the federal government to adopt trade policies described as free and fair, aimed at reducing financial burdens on Georgians.
- Expresses support for Georgia's families, entrepreneurs, and farmers as important contributors to the state's economy.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to send copies of the resolution to the President, the U.S. Trade Representative, and Georgia's Congressional Delegation.

### Who it affects

The resolution is aimed at federal officials, including the President of the United States, the United States Trade Representative, and Georgia's members of Congress. It also speaks on behalf of Georgia farmers, small business owners, manufacturers, and consumers affected by trade costs, though it imposes no obligations on them.

### Why it matters

Because this is a resolution rather than a law, it does not change tariffs, taxes, or any Georgia statute. Its practical effect is to put the Georgia Senate's opinion on record and send that message to federal officials who actually control tariff policy.

### Key provisions

- The whereas clauses lay out the Senate's reasoning, citing Georgia's reliance on agriculture, manufacturing, and small business trade with Mexico and Canada.
- The first resolving clause formally expresses the Senate's disagreement with the tariffs imposed by the President on Mexico and Canada.
- A further resolving clause urges the federal government to prioritize free and fair trade policies that reduce financial burdens on citizens.
- A further resolving clause voices support for Georgia's families, entrepreneurs, and farmers.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the President, the U.S. Trade Representative, and Georgia's Congressional Delegation.

## Status

- Status: Introduced (2025-02-12)
- Last action: Senate Read and Referred (2025-02-13)
- Sponsors: Jason Esteves, Harold Jones, Elena Parent, Kim Jackson, Nan Orrock, Ed Harbison, Donzella James, Freddie Sims, Kenya Wicks, Nabilah Islam Parkes, Josh McLaurin, Sonya Halpern, Tonya Anderson, Gail Davenport, Sally Harrell, Randal Mangham, RaShaun Kemp
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70299

> The history, votes, and amendments (95 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr183.md?full=1