SENATE RESOLUTION

                         1996-8677

By Senators Cantu, Sheldon and Rasmussen

     WHEREAS Washington state has a long history of developing quality products and services; and

     WHEREAS, The quality of these products and services is essential to the future success and well-being of the citizens of our state; and

     WHEREAS, It is in the best interest of the state to encourage superior quality and performance in government, education, and private business; and

     WHEREAS, The Washington State Quality Award Council and The Quality for Washington State Foundation are organizations that strive to foster this positive characteristic; and

     WHEREAS, These organizations have dedicated themselves to honoring others who have implemented superior quality systems and achieved exceptional performance;

     NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Washington State Senate recognize and honor The Washington State Quality Award Council and The Quality for Washington State Foundation for their contributions to quality products and services in Washington.

I, Marty Brown, Secretary of the Senate,

do hereby certify that this is a true and

correct copy of Senate Resolution 1996-8677,

adopted by the Senate January 24,1996.

MARTY BROWN

Secretary of the Senate