PRINTER'S NO. 2044
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
HOUSE RESOLUTION
No.
222
Session of
2023
INTRODUCED BY R. MACKENZIE, CEPEDA-FREYTIZ, GREINER, JAMES,
M. MACKENZIE, MENTZER, PICKETT AND STAATS, SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON LABOR AND INDUSTRY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
A RESOLUTION
Designating the month of October 2023 as "Careers in
Construction Month" in Pennsylvania.
WHEREAS, The construction industry is one of our nation's
largest industries, employing more than 5 million individuals in
the United States; and
WHEREAS, This Commonwealth relies on more than 200,000
construction workers and has the fifth largest construction
workforce in the nation; and
WHEREAS, The construction industry needs more than 1 million
new craft professionals; and
WHEREAS, "Careers in Construction Month" increases public
awareness and appreciation of construction craft professionals
and the entire construction workforce; and
WHEREAS, During this month, employers, associations and
schools are encouraged to conduct job fairs, panel discussions
and local community events to inform students of the vast
employment opportunities in construction; and
WHEREAS, There are many avenues available for individuals to
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receive training in the field of construction, including trade
schools, joint apprenticeships, nonjoint apprenticeships,
community college programs, vocational training programs,
employer-provided industry training and online programs, each
tailored to suit the diverse aspirations and learning styles of
aspiring builders and craftsmen; and
WHEREAS, The variety of training and programs available helps
to narrow the skill gap by guiding America's youth and displaced
workers into opportunities that lead to long-term, rewarding
careers in construction and provide many paths for individuals
to become craft professionals; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives designate the
month of October 2023 as "Careers in Construction Month"; and be
it further
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives honor
construction craft professionals and the critical role that they
play in the development of this Commonwealth; and be it further
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives encourage all
residents of this Commonwealth to join in the special observance
of "Careers in Construction Month."
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