AL HR252

Honors The Boeing Company's 50th anniversary of operations in Alabama, with recognition of outstanding service to the state.

Acknowledges Boeing's role in major aerospace projects since arriving in Huntsville in 1962, including work on NASA's Saturn V launch vehicle and the Lunar Roving Vehicle.

Recognizes Boeing's expansion in Alabama, including employment growth to approximately 4,300 by 1966 and establishment of facilities in Huntsville and Decatur that manufacture Delta and Atlas rockets.

Commends Boeing's current operations in Huntsville focused on missile defense, NASA's Space Launch System, International Space Station support, and commercial airplane engineering.

Notes Boeing's community contributions through volunteer hours and charitable donations supporting science, technology, math education, the arts, and environmental causes.