Summary

Designates the week of May 18–24, 2025, as National Public Works Week and officially honors public works professionals for designing, building, operating, and maintaining infrastructure that keeps communities safe and healthy. The resolution encourages people, communities, and federal representatives to join recognition events that highlight the role of public works in public health, safety, disaster response, and economic vitality.

Key Points

• Declares May 18–24, 2025, as National Public Works Week.
• Formally honors public works professionals for maintaining critical infrastructure and community services.
• Highlights public works roles in public health, environmental protection, disaster response, and economic vitality.
• Urges people and communities to join federal representatives in events recognizing public works contributions.
• Is ceremonial: contains no funding, regulatory changes, or mandates.
• Specifically lists types of public works systems (water, roads, stormwater, public buildings, solid waste, etc.).
• Aims to raise awareness and appreciation for the public works workforce and their service to communities.

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