Senate Resolution No. by Senator Barrow designates May 15, 2024, as Coca-Cola Day at the Louisiana State Capitol to honor the significant contributions of Coca-Cola UNITED to the state. Founded in 1906 in Baton Rouge, the company has grown from a small local operation to a major player in the beverage industry, operating seven facilities in Louisiana and employing over 2,300 individuals. Coca-Cola UNITED has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability through innovative recycling practices and has invested in community initiatives, contributing more than $6.5 million to various civic and charitable organizations.

The resolution highlights Coca-Cola UNITED's economic impact on Louisiana, including a $100 million investment in local facilities in 2023, which generated $937 million in economic activity and supported over 14,730 jobs. As the second-largest privately held Coca-Cola bottler in North America, the company has maintained its core values of quality, excellence, integrity, and respect for over 120 years, benefiting its associates, consumers, and the communities it serves.