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SR 316

Memorials, Recognition - Associated Builder and Contractors West Tennessee Chapter, 50th anniversary -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Paul Rose

Senate Resolution 316 formally honors ABC West Tennessee Chapter for 50 years of promoting safe, open competition, workforce development, and community infrastructure.

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Bill Summary · SR 316

Summary of Senate Resolution 316 (SR316), 114th Tennessee General Assembly

Purpose and Intent

  • SR316 is a Senate resolution recognizing and honoring the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) West Tennessee Chapter on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.
  • The resolution notes ABC West Tennessee’s long-standing role in representing merit shop construction firms, promoting fair competition, safety, workforce development, and education within the construction industry and the broader West Tennessee community.
  • The intent is to commend the organization for its contributions to workforce development, economic growth, public policy advocacy, and community infrastructure over the past five decades.

Key Provisions and Provisions of Change

  • Formal recognition and commendation by the Tennessee Senate for the fifty-year milestone of ABC West Tennessee Chapter (founded in 1976).
  • Acknowledges the organization’s mission and activities, including:
    • Advocacy for responsible public policy and open competition in construction.
    • Promotion of jobsite safety and safety initiatives.
    • Workforce development, apprenticeship programs, leadership development, and education/training for workers and future industry leaders.
    • Support for infrastructure, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, places of worship, and community spaces through member projects.
    • Political advocacy efforts and contribution to economic vitality and community well-being in the Mid-South region.
  • Directive to prepare and present an appropriate copy of the resolved statement (the resolution text) with the final clause about presentation omitted from the copy, which is a standard ceremonial provision.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primary: Associated Builders and Contractors, West Tennessee Chapter (ABC West Tennessee).
  • Secondary: Members of the Tennessee Senate, ABC West Tennessee Chapter members, and the broader West Tennessee construction and workforce development communities who benefit from the recognition and publicity of the milestone.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Sponsorship: Co-sponsored by Senator Paul Rose.
  • Action History:
    • Introduced and filed for introduction on February 23, 2026.
    • Passed on First Consideration on February 26, 2026.
    • Rules Suspended and Passed on Second Consideration on March 2, 2026, and referred to the Senate Calendar Committee.
    • Signed by Senate Speaker and enrolled on March 3, 2026 (ready for signatures).
  • Likely Effect: Ceremonial recognition that may be used by ABC West Tennessee in its own communications and public relations; no fiscal impact or changes to law or policy are enacted by this resolution.

Additional Context

  • The resolution emphasizes a half-century of service, professionalism, safety, and community impact, positioning the ABC West Tennessee Chapter as a key industry stakeholder in the region.
  • As a non-binding resolution, its primary function is symbolic acknowledgment rather than policy or funding changes.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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