Recognizing Associated Builders and Contractors Florida East Coast Chapter and the many vital contributions merit shop commercial, industrial, and infrastructure construction contractors make to the quality of life of the people of Florida.

This resolution (HRES 975) is a symbolic recognition of the Associated Builders and Contractors Florida East Coast Chapter (ABC Florida East Coast). It honors the organization for its 55-year role representing merit shop construction contractors - firms that award projects based on open competition, not labor affiliation - and its work in providing free apprenticeship programs across Florida. The resolution specifically highlights ABC Florida East Coast as the state's largest apprenticeship provider, training nearly 700 annual apprentices in trades like plumbing and electrical work without student debt, while earning competitive wages ($59,000-$73,000). As a purely ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but formally acknowledges the group's contributions to Florida's infrastructure and construction workforce development.