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HJ0063
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HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION

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WHEREAS, The United States of America will commemorate its
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250th anniversary with America250, a national celebration
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honoring the founding of our nation and the enduring legacy of
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freedom and democracy; and

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WHEREAS, The Coca-Cola Company, founded in the late 19th
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century, has grown to become an iconic American brand,
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symbolizing innovation, unity, and the spirit of our country;
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and

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WHEREAS, The Coca-Cola System has demonstrated unwavering
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support for America250, helping to promote national pride and
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the shared values that unite citizens across Illinois and the
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nation; and

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WHEREAS, Coca-Cola beverages have played a significant
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role in American culture, society, and industry, and the
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Coca-Cola System enriches our communities through economic
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investment, philanthropy, and a commitment to service; and

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WHEREAS, The Illinois Coca-Cola bottlers, including
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Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling, Coca-Cola Consolidated, Heartland
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Coca-Cola Bottling Company, and Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling, have
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contributed to local communities throughout Illinois,

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including job creation, support for local initiatives, and
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engagement in historic celebrations that foster a sense of
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belonging and purpose; and

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WHEREAS, Illinois' legacy with Coca-Cola dates back to the
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early 1900s when the first bottling operations began, making
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the State of Illinois an important hub in the growth of
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Coca-Cola's nationwide distribution network, which includes $4
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billion in economic activity and over 40,000 jobs supported in
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the State of Illinois; and

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WHEREAS, The enduring presence of Coca-Cola in American
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life reflects a tradition of excellence and an ongoing
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dedication to the well-being of its citizens; therefore, be it

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RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE
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HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, THE
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SENATE CONCURRING HEREIN, that we recognize The Coca-Cola
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Company and the Illinois Coca-Cola bottlers for their generous
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support of America250 and their historic and positive impact
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on Illinois and the United States, and we extend our gratitude
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for their continued commitment to building a brighter future
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for all Americans; and be it further

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RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be
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presented to The Coca-Cola Company and the Coca-Cola bottlers

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in Illinois as a token of our esteem and appreciation.

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