Recognizing "National Public Works Week" and the essential contributions of public works professionals.

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1306 Introduced in House (IH)]

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119th CONGRESS
  2d Session
H. RES. 1306

     Recognizing ``National Public Works Week'' and the essential 
              contributions of public works professionals.

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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                              May 20, 2026

  Ms. Craig (for herself, Mr. Van Drew, and Ms. Titus) submitted the 
     following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on 
                   Transportation and Infrastructure

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                               RESOLUTION

 
     Recognizing ``National Public Works Week'' and the essential 
              contributions of public works professionals.

Whereas public works professionals plan, design, build, operate, and maintain 
        the infrastructure systems that underpin the Nation's economy and 
        safeguard public health and safety;
Whereas these professionals are responsible for critical services, including 
        roads and bridges, drinking water and wastewater systems, stormwater 
        infrastructure, solid waste management, and public facilities;
Whereas public works personnel play a vital role in emergency management and are 
        often among the first to respond before, during, and after disasters by 
        clearing debris, restoring access, and reestablishing essential 
        services;
Whereas modern, resilient infrastructure is essential to economic growth, supply 
        chain reliability, environmental sustainability, and community well-
        being;
Whereas the successful delivery of infrastructure projects depends on strong 
        partnerships among Federal, State, and local governments;
Whereas public works agencies across the United States face workforce shortages 
        and increasing demands, underscoring the need to recruit, train, and 
        retain the next generation of skilled professionals;
Whereas public works professionals demonstrate dedication, innovation, and 
        service in supporting communities every day;
Whereas the American Public Works Association works to advance professional 
        excellence, workforce development, and public awareness of the value of 
        public works;
Whereas ``National Public Works Week'' will be observed from May 17 through May 
        23, 2026, with the theme ``Rooted in Service. Powered by Community''; 
        and
Whereas National Public Works Week provides an opportunity to recognize the 
        essential contributions of public works professionals and to promote 
        understanding of the infrastructure systems that communities rely on: 
        Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) recognizes ``National Public Works Week'' and the 
        essential role public works professionals play in protecting 
        public health, safety, and quality of life;
            (2) commends public works professionals for their service 
        and dedication to communities across the United States;
            (3) supports efforts to strengthen and grow the public 
        works workforce to meet current and future infrastructure 
        needs;
            (4) encourages greater public awareness of the importance 
        of infrastructure investment, resilience, and maintenance; and
            (5) affirms the importance of strong Federal, State, and 
        local partnerships in delivering infrastructure that benefits 
        all Americans.
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