A house RESOLUTION

to congratulate bmw manufacturing co., llc, on its thirtieth anniversary of manufacturing in south carolina, to honor its outstanding achievements, and to express gratitude for its contributions to the state's economy and communities.

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives are proud to recognize and honor businesses that make a significant economic, cultural, and social impact on this great State; and

Whereas, BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC, which began manufacturing completed passenger vehicles in 1994, has grown into a global leader in automotive manufacturing, assembling over six million vehicles and earning South Carolina the distinction of being the leading exporter of vehicles in the United States; and

Whereas, over the past three decades, BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC, has been an economic engine for South Carolina, creating more than eleven thousand jobs at its facility and supporting an extensive network of suppliers, with a cumulative impact that has drawn billions of dollars in investment and significantly enhanced the state's reputation as a hub for advanced manufacturing; and

Whereas, the company's plant exemplifies innovation and excellence in automotive engineering, producing the cutting-edge BMW X vehicle models that are celebrated worldwide for their performance, design, and quality; and

Whereas, the company's commitment to workforce development is demonstrated through initiatives like the BMW Scholars Program and Rising Scholars Program, which equip South Carolina students with the skills needed to thrive in high-tech manufacturing careers while earning their degrees; and

Whereas, BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC, has made sustainability a core priority, incorporating environmentally friendly practices into its operations and serving as a model for good corporate citizenship; and

Whereas, the company also has generously supported South Carolina communities, investing in educational programs, environmental stewardship, and civic initiatives that have enriched the lives of countless residents; and

Whereas, the thirtieth anniversary of the company's assembling of vehicles at its Spartanburg facility is a milestone worth celebrating, reflecting, as it does, three decades of excellence, collaboration, and mutual success for BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC, and the State of South Carolina's partnership. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, congratulate BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC, on its thirtieth anniversary of manufacturing in South Carolina, honor its outstanding achievements, and express gratitude for its contributions to the state's economy and communities.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC.

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