SR0196LRB104 12891 ECR 24368 r SR0196 LRB104 12891 ECR 24368 r SR0196 LRB104 12891 ECR 24368 r 1 SENATE RESOLUTION 2 WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois Senate wish to 3 recognize Caterpillar Inc. on the occasion of its 100th 4 anniversary, marking a century of innovation, excellence, and 5 dedication to quality; and 6 WHEREAS, Founded on April 15, 1925, Caterpillar has grown 7 to become a prominent name in the construction industry; the 8 company is renowned for its extensive range of services and 9 products painted in its iconic yellow color, including 10 construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas 11 engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric 12 locomotives, as well as products that support energy 13 transition, including hybrid and electric power solutions; and 14 WHEREAS, Caterpillar employs over 100,000 people worldwide 15 with significant employment in Illinois, where several major 16 facilities are located, directly supporting over 19,000 jobs 17 in the State; and 18 WHEREAS, Caterpillar's unwavering commitment to its core 19 values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment, and 20 sustainability has driven the company's operations and 21 established a strong corporate culture; and SR0196 LRB104 12891 ECR 24368 r SR0196- 2 -LRB104 12891 ECR 24368 r SR0196 - 2 - LRB104 12891 ECR 24368 r SR0196 - 2 - LRB104 12891 ECR 24368 r 1 WHEREAS, Caterpillar's code of conduct, titled "Values in 2 Action", encompasses a range of initiatives designed to uphold 3 ethical conduct, environmental stewardship, and community 4 engagement, reflecting the company's dedication to making a 5 positive impact on society; and 6 WHEREAS, Caterpillar has demonstrated a profound 7 commitment to philanthropy, contributing millions of dollars 8 annually through the Caterpillar Foundation to support various 9 causes, including disaster relief, education, and economic 10 development in communities around the world; therefore, be it 11 RESOLVED, BY THE SENATE OF THE ONE HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL 12 ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we recognize 13 Caterpillar Inc. on achieving its 100th anniversary, and we 14 commend the company for its remarkable achievements, enduring 15 legacy, and continued contributions to the economy, society, 16 and the global community; and be it further 17 RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be 18 presented to Caterpillar as a symbol of our esteem and 19 respect. SR0196 - 2 - LRB104 12891 ECR 24368 r