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TO DESIGNATE THE WEEK OF MAY 11-17, 2003 AS "TRANSPORTATION WEEK IN SOUTH CAROLINA" AND TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF A SAFE AND EFFICIENT HIGHWAY TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM.
Whereas, high quality, safe, and reliable roads and bridges enhance the quality of life of all citizens of South Carolina and the nation by increasing mobility, safety, and convenience; and
Whereas, South Carolina's transportation industry is committed to meeting the needs of every farm, home, and business in the Palmetto State by working together to ensure sound, safe, and accessible transportation systems; and
Whereas, National Transportation Week is also being celebrated May 11-17, 2003 to celebrate the nation's achievements in transportation and provide an opportunity to face the challenges ahead; and
Whereas, the transportation industry contributes to the military security of our nation through its ability to rapidly transport soldiers and supplies during periods of conflict; and
Whereas, the 2003 observance of "Transportation Week" provides a unique opportunity for the transportation community to join together to educate the general public as users of the system, while bringing greater awareness of the importance of transportation. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the Senate, the House of Representatives concurring:
That the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina, by this resolution, designates the week of May 11-17, 2003 as "Transportation Week in South Carolina" to recognize the important role transportation plays in our daily lives.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the South Carolina Department of Transportation and the South Carolina Transportation Council.
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