A senate RESOLUTION

 

TO CONGRATULATE THE SOUTH CAROLINA ASPHALT PAVEMENT ASSOCIATION and its members UPON THE OCCASION OF ITS sixtieth ANNIVERSARY AND TO COMMEND the organization FOR ITS MANY YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE AND THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA.

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are pleased to recognize the South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association as it celebrates this important milestone; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association is a nonprofit trade association representing asphalt pavement producers and suppliers throughout the Palmetto State. The association was incorporated in November 1966 and will celebrate its sixtieth anniversary in 2026; and

 

Whereas, since its founding, the South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association has represented the companies and professionals responsible for building and maintaining much of the roadway infrastructure that connects South Carolina's communities, including interstate highways, state highways, local roads, streets, parking facilities, and airport pavements; and

 

Whereas, infrastructure investment is a key driver of economic growth in South Carolina, with recent economic analysis estimating that current infrastructure investments will generate more than fifty-six billion dollars in economic output and support tens of thousands of jobs across the State; and

 

Whereas, the passage of Act 40 in 2017 marked South Carolina's historic commitment to improving and modernizing its transportation system, and the asphalt paving industry has played a critical role in delivering these infrastructure improvements for the benefit of motorists, businesses, and communities across the Palmetto State; and

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association generate a significant economic impact in South Carolina each year through the production of asphalt materials, construction services, equipment operations, and related industries; and

 

Whereas, through collaboration with the South Carolina Department of Transportation and other partners, the South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association promotes high standards in asphalt pavement quality, performance, and safety while advancing innovative materials, technologies, and construction practices that improve the durability and efficiency of the State's transportation network; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina asphalt industry continues to advance modern pavement technologies, including improved mix designs, performance testing, and sustainable construction methods that extend pavement life and improve long-term value for taxpayers; and

 

Whereas, asphalt pavement is one of the most recycled materials in America, and the South Carolina asphalt industry has demonstrated leadership in environmental stewardship by incorporating reclaimed asphalt pavement into new roadway construction, conserving natural resources, reducing waste, and lowering the environmental footprint of infrastructure projects; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association and its members continue to strengthen South Carolina's economy, invest in communities, and support the development of safe, durable, and sustainable transportation infrastructure throughout the State; and

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate greatly appreciate the dedication and commitment of the members of the South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association to serving the people and the State of South Carolina.  Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the Senate:

 

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, congratulate the South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association and its members upon the occasion of its sixtieth anniversary and commend the organization for its many years of dedicated service to the people and the State of South Carolina.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the South Carolina Asphalt Pavement Association.

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