The resolution congratulates Joseph Hicks of Johnston, Rhode Island, for winning the 2024 American Trucking Association (ATA) National Truck Driving Championship in the 4-Axle Tractor Trailer Class. Hicks is recognized for his accomplishments as a driver, having previously been named the 2010 Truck Driving Championship Rookie of the Year and a six-time Rhode Island Truck Driving Championship Grand Champion. His recent victory at the national championship in Indianapolis makes him the first Rhode Islander to achieve this honor, and he has also reached the milestone of one million accident-free miles.

The resolution highlights Hicks' representation of Rhode Island and the trucking industry, expressing wishes for his continued success as he prepares to defend his title in 2025. It acknowledges the support of his wife, Barbara, who assists him in his training and safety preparations. The House of Representatives officially congratulates Hicks and directs the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to him.