House Resolution 346 By: Representative Moore of the 91st A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending the National Association of Black Women in Construction; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, the National Association of Black Women in Construction (NABWIC) was founded in 1991 as a national organization dedicated to increasing awareness, representation, and opportunities for Black women in the construction industry; and WHEREAS, the NABWIC Atlanta Chapter was officially established in 2020 to advance the national mission in Georgia, providing professional development, mentorship, and advocacy for Black women in construction; and WHEREAS, NABWIC actively engages in community service projects to uplift and improve the lives of individuals in underserved communities, including its 2023 partnership with Seaborn Elementary School to create a Zen Wellness Space for teachers, its 2024 collaboration with HouseProud Atlanta to provide home repair assistance to seniors and veteran homeowners in Atlanta, and its 2024 participation in the African American Male Wellness Agency Initiative to support health screenings and awareness campaigns for Black men; and WHEREAS, the NABWIC Atlanta Chapter is dedicated to legislative advocacy, ensuring that Black women in construction receive equitable opportunities, fair wages, and representation in government contracting and infrastructure projects; and WHEREAS, NABWIC is participating in the Legislative Brunch on February 26, 2025, at the Georgia Legislative Building, featuring key speakers Representative Angela Moore and Senator Emanuel Jones, to advance policy discussions for increased access to government contracts for Black women-owned construction firms, expanded workforce development and training programs at HBCUs and trade schools, financial support for women-owned businesses including grant opportunities and low-interest loans, supplier diversity and procurement opportunities to ensure equitable access to large-scale projects, and safe and inclusive work environments by eliminating discrimination and harassment in construction; and WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this outstanding organization be appropriately honored. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and commend the National Association of Black Women in Construction for its many remarkable contributions on behalf of the citizens of this state as well as extend best wishes for continued success. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the National Association of Black Women in Construction.