A senate RESOLUTION

 

to express support for the williams transco southeast supply enhancement project.

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are pleased to express support for the Williams Transco Southeast Supply Enhancement Project; and

 

Whereas, the Williams Transco Southeast Supply Enhancement Project is an essential step in sustaining economic momentum and consistent energy resources for the State of South Carolina; and

 

Whereas, natural gas consumption has risen by more than sixty percent in the past decade and continues to climb. It is essential that steps are taken to meet the ever-increasing demand for energy; and

 

Whereas, the Williams Transco Southeast Supply Enhancement Project aims to increase access to natural gas, thereby expanding energy capacity and meeting the growing demand in addition to creating jobs for South Carolinians; and

 

Whereas, the Williams Transco Southeast Supply Enhancement Project has committed to high safety standards and environmental responsibility and an adherence to regulations protecting local communities and ecosystems.  Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the Senate:

 

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, express support for the Williams Transco Southeast Supply Enhancement Project.

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