TITLE: Recognizing the Greater Houston Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

SUMMARY: Recognizing the Greater Houston Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the Greater Houston Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors on the occasion of its 50th anniversary; and WHEREAS, The Greater Houston Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors was founded in 1969; the chapter consists of more than 450 construction and construction-related firms that represent thousands of local professional and craft workers; and WHEREAS, Through the years, the chapter has provided leadership development resources and craft training programs for the benefit of the construction industry; and WHEREAS, The chapter has also created an array of initiatives to promote and support the building trades, including the Construction and Maintenance Education Foundation, which is focused on workforce development, training, and safety through use of the curriculum of the National Center for Construction Education and Research; and WHEREAS, For 50 years, the chapter has played a vital role in the growth and prosperity of Houston and the surrounding area, and it is truly fitting that this exemplary organization receive special recognition; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 86th Legislature, hereby commend the members of the Greater Houston Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors on their many contributions to the community and extend to them best wishes for a memorable 50th anniversary; and, be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for the chapter as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate. Creighton President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on April 17, 2019.