HR346: HR346 National Association of Black Women in Construction; commend

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC), a national group founded in 1991 to support Black women in the construction industry, and its Atlanta Chapter, established in 2020. The resolution describes the organization's community projects in Georgia, including a wellness space at Seaborn Elementary School, home repair help for seniors and veterans through HouseProud Atlanta, and health screening events for Black men. The resolution also notes NABWIC's planned Legislative Brunch on February 26, 2025 at the Georgia Legislative Building, where lawmakers and the organization plan to discuss access to government contracts, workforce training, and business financing for Black women in construction. The resolution itself takes no binding legal action; it formally praises the organization and directs the Clerk of the House to send it a copy.

• Formally recognizes and commends the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC) and its Atlanta Chapter on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
• States support and best wishes for the organization's continued work, without creating any new law, funding, or program.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to NABWIC.
• Describes NABWIC's community service projects and its planned Legislative Brunch on February 26, 2025 at the Georgia Legislative Building.

The resolution directly names the National Association of Black Women in Construction and its Atlanta Chapter. It also references groups NABWIC has worked with, including teachers at Seaborn Elementary School, senior and veteran homeowners assisted through HouseProud Atlanta, and participants in a Black men's health screening initiative.

This is a ceremonial resolution rather than a law, so it does not change any rights, funding, or requirements for Georgians. Its practical effect is a formal, public acknowledgment by the Georgia House of Representatives of NABWIC's community and advocacy work.

• The preamble ('WHEREAS' clauses) recounts NABWIC's 1991 founding and the 2020 establishment of its Atlanta Chapter to advance the group's mission in Georgia.
• The preamble lists specific 2023 and 2024 community projects, including a Zen Wellness Space at Seaborn Elementary School and home repair assistance with HouseProud Atlanta.
• The resolving clause formally commends NABWIC for its contributions to Georgia and wishes it continued success.
• A final clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute an official copy of the resolution to NABWIC.

1. 2025-02-20House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-20House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-20House Hopper (House)

• Angela Moore (D, HD-091)Primary sponsor

• construction industry
• women in construction
• legislative commendation
• community service
• Atlanta