The House concurrent resolution No. R-172 honors the memory of Edward M. Hathaway, a dedicated engineer at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), who passed away on March 7 at the age of 63 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Hathaway, a graduate of Suffolk University and Northern Arizona University, transitioned from a business career to environmental science, leading to a distinguished 36-year tenure at the EPA. He was known for his exceptional ability to mediate between conflicting parties and was instrumental in overseeing significant Superfund cleanup projects in Vermont, including the Ely Copper Mine and the Elizabeth Mine, where he secured over $100 million for environmental restoration efforts.

The resolution expresses the General Assembly's heartfelt condolences to Hathaway's family, which includes his wife, Ann-Marie Burke, his sons, and his parents. It also directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to Hathaway's family, recognizing his contributions to public service and the lasting impact he made in the field of environmental protection.