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SENATE RESOLUTION

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