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