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TO HONOR LISA P. JACKSON, ADMINISTRATOR OF THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY, FOR HER COMMITMENT TO ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE.
Whereas, Administrator Lisa P. Jackson leads the United States Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) efforts to protect the environment for all Americans. She and a staff of more than seventeen thousand professionals work across the nation to usher in a green economy, address health threats from toxins and pollution, and renew public trust in the EPA's work; and
Whereas, born in Pennsylvania, she grew up in New Orleans, Louisiana, and now resides in Washington, D.C. In preparation for her life's work, Ms. Jackson completed her undergraduate work summa cum laude at Tulane University and earned a master's degree in chemical engineering from Princeton University; and
Whereas, before becoming EPA administrator, she served as chief of staff to New Jersey Governor Jon S. Corzine and commissioner of that state's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Prior to joining DEP, she worked for sixteen years as an employee of the United States Environmental Protection Agency; and
Whereas, as EPA administrator, Ms. Jackson focuses on protecting air and water quality, preventing exposure to toxic contamination in our communities, and reducing greenhouse gases, all core issues. She and her staff seek to follow the best science, adhere to the rule of law, and demonstrate unparalleled transparency; and
Whereas, the first African-American woman to serve as EPA administrator, she has made it a priority to focus on vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, and low-income communities that are particularly susceptible to environmental and health threats. In addressing these and other issues, she promises all stakeholders a place at the decision-making table; and
Whereas, realizing the great importance of protecting our environment for future generations of Americans, the South Carolina House of Representatives wishes to express its appreciation of EPA Administrator Lisa P. Jackson and wish her much success as she continues her fine work. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, honor Lisa P. Jackson, administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, for her commitment to environmental justice.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Lisa P. Jackson.
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