This resolution commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Georgia Ports Authority, acknowledging its establishment in 1945 and its enduring service as a cornerstone of Georgia's economy and a driver of global commerce. The House of Representatives recognizes the Authority for its vital role in strengthening the state's economy and connecting it to international trade networks. Through its main operations at the Port of Savannah and the Port of Brunswick, the Authority has transformed Georgia into a global trade gateway , supporting over 609,000 jobs and generating billions in annual business revenue and tax contributions. The resolution highlights significant growth, with container traffic increasing by 784 percent since 1995, making Savannah the fastest-growing port on the U.S. East and Gulf Coast in 2024. It also notes substantial investments, with $3.2 billion spent over the last decade and an additional $4.5 billion planned, to modernize and expand facilities, including doubling Savannah's ship berths and enhancing rail services by 2030.