Joe Wilson: “I rise today to thank Nucor Corporation, our Nation's largest steel producer, for their investment in South Carolina and…”

“I rise today to thank Nucor Corporation, our Nation's largest steel producer, for their investment in South Carolina and their commitment to our economy, our families and our environment. Nucor's commitment to South Carolina's economy is demonstrated by its 4 statewide facilities professionally managed by Mike Gurley of Darlington, Ladd Hall of Berkeley, Lynn Strock of Florence and Jeff Carmean of Swansea. These facilities have produced more than $1 billion in total sales and have contributed more than $1 billion in total investment back into the State's economy. Nucor has touched the lives of families across the Palmetto State by employing 1,800 skilled and dedicated South Carolinians and by contributing over $300,000 in education scholarships last year. A leader in environmental stewardship, Nucor is the largest recycler in America, and through efficient fuel consumption, Nucor saves enough energy annually to power the city of Los Angeles for 8 years. Mr. Speaker, I commend Nucor for their wise investment in South Carolina's economy, families and environment.”