This resolution celebrates the 100th anniversary of Pratt & Whitney, recognizing its century of innovation in aviation engineering and its vital contribution to the Connecticut workforce and national defense.
John Larson
Representative
CT-1
This resolution celebrates the 100th anniversary of Pratt & Whitney, recognizing its century of innovation in designing and manufacturing aircraft engines. It honors the company's profound impact on aviation, national defense, and safe air travel since its founding in 1925. Furthermore, the bill acknowledges the vital contributions of the Connecticut workforce to Pratt & Whitney's enduring success and leadership in the aerospace industry.
Resolution Honors Pratt & Whitney's Century of Innovation and Connecticut Workforce
If you're a policy nerd, you know that sometimes Congress passes a bill that changes everything, and sometimes they pass a resolution that just says, “Hey, good job.” This is one of the latter. This resolution is all about recognizing the 100th anniversary of the founding of Pratt & Whitney, the massive aerospace company based in East Hartford, Connecticut.
It’s a purely commemorative move, essentially a public shout-out to mark a century since Frederick Rentschler started the company in 1925. While it won't change your taxes or your commute, it’s a big deal for the thousands of people who work there and for the state economy it anchors.
The Engine of Connecticut’s Economy
The resolution isn't shy about Pratt & Whitney’s impact. It calls out the company as a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and servicing aircraft engines and auxiliary power units. Think about every major advancement in powered flight over the last century—from national defense to safe commercial air travel—and this resolution says Pratt & Whitney had a hand in it, starting with the air-cooled Wasp engine.
For the average person in Connecticut, this is a recognition of a foundational employer. The resolution specifically highlights that the people of Connecticut—the machinists, engineers, technicians, and veterans—have been central to this success. It’s a formal acknowledgment that this company’s history is deeply intertwined with the skills and dedication of the local workforce. It also commends the company’s ongoing investment in workforce development, manufacturing, and sustainability, which is a key indicator of continued economic stability for the region.
A Century of Service
Ultimately, the House of Representatives is using this resolution to celebrate Pratt & Whitney’s achievements and legacy, recognizing a hundred years of excellence in engineering, innovation, and public service. It’s a formal thank you to the many skilled employees, past and present, who built the foundation of the company. While resolutions like this don't create new laws or allocate funds, they serve an important function: publicly honoring institutions that have significantly shaped the nation’s history and economy, and recognizing the people whose labor made it happen. It’s a moment to pause and appreciate the immense, long-term impact of a company that literally powers modern flight.