78R2840 MW-D

By:  Chisum                                                       H.R. No. 31 



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Jim Darsey, vice president and general manager of 
the Nucor Steel Bar Mill Group in Jewett, sets an example as a 
business and community leader that is truly worthy of recognition; 
and
	WHEREAS, A fourth-generation Texan, Mr. Darsey has a proud 
business heritage; Darsey's General Merchandise, his family's 
company, which was established in 1875, is one of the oldest 
family-owned businesses in Texas; and
	WHEREAS, Under Mr. Darsey's leadership, the Nucor Steel Bar 
Mill Group is having a positive influence on the Texas economy and 
environment; the Nucor facility recycles more than 750,000 tons of 
scrap metal each year and has adopted internationally accepted 
business practices that ensure the highest operating standards; it 
is bringing millions of dollars into Leon County and is aiding in 
the preservation of the natural surroundings; and
	WHEREAS, In an effort to spread environmental awareness, Mr. 
Darsey convened a pioneering recycling symposium in the state to 
focus on developing new and better ways to promote reuse, recovery, 
and recycling policies and programs; and
	WHEREAS, Mr. Darsey also has maintained Nucor Steel's 
commitment to public education by providing scholarship programs 
for employees and their children; and
	WHEREAS, The leader of a company recognized for its superior 
service and environmentally friendly performance, Mr. Darsey has 
helped to improve the quality of life for many of his fellow Texans; 
now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby commend Jim Darsey for his outstanding 
contributions to the environmental and economic well-being of Texas 
and for his commitment to his employees and the local community, and 
extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it 
further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Darsey as an expression of high regard by the Texas 
House of Representatives.