A senate RESOLUTION

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR ge gas power, part of general electric vernova.

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are pleased to recognize GE Power, part of GE Electric Vernova, for being a manufacturing company that brings great pride to the State of South Carolina and the nation; and

Whereas, GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova, is a manufacturer located in Greenville and has been in operation in South Carolina since 1968; and

Whereas, GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova, makes high-efficiency turbines, including the 7HA.03 Gas Turbine, that are among the top industry models for generating power and is used by more than fifty-five customers across twenty countries; and

Whereas, the company's incredibly skilled and talented workforce of more than two thousand South Carolinians conduct extensive manufacturing and repair work on world record-setting gas turbines; and

Whereas, GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova, is also a strong corporate citizen that gives back to its local community. This generosity includes charitable giving and support for the United Way of Greenville, volunteer activities spearheaded by the Employee Resources Group, and educational endeavors that include the Next Engineers program, a partnership with Clemson University designed to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders; and

Whereas, GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova, represents the hallmarks of the American spirit: safety, hard work, innovation, and a commitment to excellence; and

Whereas, there are more than five thousand manufacturing facilities in South Carolina that make a myriad of world-class products. GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova, was nominated and advanced to the Top Four round in the "2023 Manufacturing Madness: The Coolest Thing Made in SC" contest out of two hundred forty-six products; and

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate greatly appreciate the dedication and commitment that GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova, has shown in serving the people and the State of South Carolina. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate:

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, recognize and honor GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the president and CEO of GE Gas Power, part of GE Vernova.

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