House Concurrent Resolution 76

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION COMMENDING AND CONGRATULATING NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC., UPON BEING AWARDED TWO TOP AWARDS IN THE 2009 INITIAL QUALITY STUDY (IQS) BY J.D. POWER AND ASSOCIATES.

WHEREAS, on June 22, 2009, Nissan North America, Inc., won two top awards in the 2009 Initial Quality Study (IQS) by J.D. Power and Associates; and

WHEREAS, the IQS is based on responses from purchasers and lessees of new 2009 model-year vehicles surveyed after three months of ownership; and

WHEREAS, the IQS captures problems owners experience in two categories: design-related problems, and defects and malfunctions, and Nissan uses the IQS findings along with other studies, surveys, and consumer and dealer information to continually measure and improve quality; and

WHEREAS, the Nissan Altima, which is proudly produced in Canton, Mississippi, was awarded the top ranking in the midsize car segment, which is the most competitive segment in America; and

WHEREAS, another top award winner was the Nissan 370Z, which earned the top ranking in the compact premium sports car segment, and the Nissan Frontier was one of the top three models in the midsize pickup segment; and

WHEREAS, in addition to the individual awards, Nissan's overall brand score moved up six spots among all automakers in the overall rankings, from 19th to 13th; and

WHEREAS, the Nissan Altima award is a tribute to the focus on quality demonstrated by the teams in Decherd and Smyrna, Tennessee, and the Magnolia State's own Canton; and

WHEREAS, the Nissan Altima is by far Nissan's biggest seller and the IQS indicates that Canton's Altima has made many customers happy; and

WHEREAS, the phenomenal performance of Nissan North America is not only a clear indication of their outstanding trade and hard work, but also their drive and determination to be the best, not only on the roads and highways of North America but also in the Canton plant, which brings improvements in the quality of life in Mississippi; and

WHEREAS, it is the policy of this Legislature to recognize and commend such a superb company, which has brought honor to the State of Mississippi through its quality products:

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, THE SENATE CONCURRING THEREIN, That we do hereby commend and congratulate Nissan North America, Inc., upon being awarded two top awards in the 2009 Initial Quality Study (IQS) by J.D. Power and Associates, and extend to the company employees our best wishes for continued success in all of their future industry and safety endeavors.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be furnished to the Nissan North America, Inc., and to the members of the Capitol Press Corps.