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AR HR1037

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Joey Carr

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Arkansas House Resolution designates February 19, 2025 as "Nucor Day" at the State Capitol to recognize the steel corporation's contributions to the state

  • Nucor operates 5 facilities in Arkansas (4 in Mississippi County, 1 in Grant County) and employs approximately 2,772 workers in the state, with median production worker pay exceeding $100,000 annually

  • Company has invested more than $1 billion in Arkansas steel mills over the past 5 years and has operated in the state since 1987 with a no-layoff practice at its steel mills

  • Nucor is the largest steel producer in the U.S. and largest recycler in North America, processing approximately 20 million tons of scrap metal annually into 100% recyclable steel

  • Company provides $4,000 annual scholarships to employees and dependents for college or vocational school, awarding nearly $12 million in Arkansas since the program began in 1974

Legislative Description

To Recognize And Celebrate Nucor Day At The State Capitol On February 19, 2025.

Last Action

READ AND ADOPTED.

3/11/2025

Committee Referrals

Management2/11/2025

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