SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 719
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Dow Chemical Company's Texas Operations in Freeport on
the occasion of its 75th anniversary; and
WHEREAS, In the late 1930s, Dow Chemical Company was
seeking to expand its operations to the United States Gulf Coast;
after scouting locations from New Orleans to Brownsville, the
company chose the Freeport area for its new manufacturing site;
the area was chosen due to the region's proximity to sea water
that was rich in magnesium, its natural gas reserves, and its
harbor; and
WHEREAS, Since its beginnings in 1940, Texas Operations
has grown to become the largest petrochemical manufacturing
complex in the world and is a major economic engine for Freeport,
Brazoria County, and the entire state; and
WHEREAS, The dedicated men and women who have worked at
Texas Operations through the years have played a major role in
the company's success; and
WHEREAS, It is truly fitting that this exceptional company
receive special recognition for the positive economic impact it
has had on the Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby commend Dow Chemical Company on its many
contributions to the growth and prosperity of Freeport, Brazoria
County, and our state and extend best wishes to all on Dow Texas
Operations' 75th anniversary; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
the company as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Huffman
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on May 6, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate