HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2026-4676

HR 4676

ByRepresentatives Salahuddin, Stearns, Mena, Cortes, and Berry

WHEREAS, The State of Washington shares a history of strong economic, political, environmental, and cultural ties with the Province of Québec; and

WHEREAS, The Government of Québec demonstrated its commitment to enhancing ties with Washington by opening an official representation, the Delegation of Québec in Seattle, in May 2025; and

WHEREAS, Washington values the investment of Québec-based companies, which make a significant contribution to the state's economy through more than 30 establishments operating across Washington; and

WHEREAS, In 2024, the total bilateral trade between Washington and Québec approached $850 million, making Québec an important trading partner for the state; and

WHEREAS, Collaboration between businesses, governmental institutions, and universities in both Washington and Québec fosters fruitful cultural exchanges, new economic development opportunities, continued innovation, and knowledge transfer; and

WHEREAS, The people of Washington and Québec share a strong democratic tradition and a commitment to technological advancement and research excellence; and

WHEREAS, Washingtonians and Québécois share strong competency and recognized expertise in sectors of importance to both economies, including energy, clean technologies, aerospace, artificial intelligence, transportation, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State House of Representatives recognize the benefits of the long-term relationship and growing ties between the people of Washington State with the people of the Province of Québec.