Celebrating the 28th Annual "Women in Construction Week" on March 1-7, 2026, in the State of Rhode Island

WHEREAS, The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), has distinguished itself for more than fifty years as the voice of women in construction in Rhode Island; and

WHEREAS, The work done by the NAWIC Rhode Island Chapter 52 has benefited Rhode Island through community development and educational programs; and

WHEREAS, The NAWIC Rhode Island Chapter 52 has unceasingly promoted the employment and advance of women in the construction industry; and

WHEREAS, The construction community, represented by NAWIC Rhode Island Chapter 52, has been a driving force in fostering community development through renovation and beautification projects, promotion of skilled trades careers, and a positive vision of the future; and

WHEREAS, The NAWIC Rhode Island Chapter 52 has sought to achieve successful results for Rhode Island and surrounding areas in a cooperative spirit with other organizations; now, therefore be it

RESOLVED, That this House of Representatives of the State of Rhode Island hereby celebrates the th Annual "Women in Construction Week" on March 1-7, 2026, and moreover recognizes the NAWIC Rhode Island Chapter 52 and its many dedicated volunteers for its steadfast efforts on behalf and in support of women in construction. We furthermore urge and encourage the citizens of the state to congratulate the organization on its many fine accomplishments; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Secretary of State be and hereby is authorized and directed to transmit a duly certified copy of this resolution to the NAWIC Rhode Island Chapter #52.