| 1 | 1 | | 25 LC 129 0232 |
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| 2 | 2 | | House Resolution 451 |
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| 3 | 3 | | By: Representatives Gaines of the 120 |
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| 5 | 5 | | , Wiedower of the 121 |
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| 7 | 7 | | , Rhodes of the 124 |
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| 9 | 9 | | , Frye of |
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| 12 | 12 | | , Persinger of the 119 |
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| 15 | 15 | | A RESOLUTION |
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| 16 | 16 | | Congratulating and commending Caterpillar Inc. on its 100th anniversary; and for other |
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| 18 | 18 | | purposes.2 |
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| 19 | 19 | | WHEREAS, this year, Caterpillar Inc. celebrates a century of industry leadership, innovation,3 |
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| 20 | 20 | | excellence, and remarkable contributions to infrastructure, manufacturing, and technological4 |
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| 21 | 21 | | advancement; and5 |
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| 22 | 22 | | WHEREAS, founded on April 15, 1925, Caterpillar Inc. originated from the pioneering work6 |
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| 23 | 23 | | of Benjamin Holt and C.L. Best, whose vision revolutionized track-type tractor technology7 |
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| 24 | 24 | | and laid the foundation for one of the most recognizable brands in heavy equipment; and8 |
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| 25 | 25 | | WHEREAS, Caterpillar Inc. has grown from its humble beginnings into a global leader in9 |
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| 26 | 26 | | manufacturing construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas10 |
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| 27 | 27 | | engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives, with operations spanning11 |
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| 28 | 28 | | countless industries and markets worldwide; and12 |
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| 29 | 29 | | WHEREAS, the company has maintained a significant presence in the United States,13 |
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| 30 | 30 | | including its headquarters in Irving, Texas, and multiple facilities across Georgia that support14 |
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| 31 | 31 | | jobs in Griffin, Atlanta, Athens, and Patterson; and15 |
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| 32 | 32 | | H. R. 451 |
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| 34 | 34 | | WHEREAS, throughout its history, Caterpillar Inc. has remained dedicated to its core values |
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| 36 | 36 | | of integrity, teamwork, and sustainability, fostering a culture of continuous improvement,17 |
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| 37 | 37 | | responsible business practices, and environmental stewardship; and18 |
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| 38 | 38 | | WHEREAS, as Caterpillar Inc. embarks on its next century, it remains committed to19 |
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| 39 | 39 | | advancing technology, driving sustainable solutions, and supporting communities through20 |
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| 40 | 40 | | economic investment and philanthropic initiatives; and21 |
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| 41 | 41 | | WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this extraordinary company, which has22 |
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| 42 | 42 | | played an integral role in shaping industries and communities for a century, be appropriately23 |
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| 43 | 43 | | honored during this special time.24 |
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| 44 | 44 | | NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that25 |
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| 45 | 45 | | the members of this body congratulate Caterpillar Inc. upon the grand occasion of its 100th26 |
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| 46 | 46 | | anniversary, commend its exemplary industry achievements and contributions, and extend27 |
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| 47 | 47 | | best wishes for its continued success.28 |
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| 48 | 48 | | BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized29 |
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| 49 | 49 | | and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to30 |
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| 50 | 50 | | Caterpillar Inc.31 |
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| 51 | 51 | | H. R. 451 |
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