Congressman Mark Walker with “Merit Shop Champion” Eagle Award
Rep. Mark Walker (NC-6) receives the ABC “Merit Shop Champion” Eagle Award. Pictured from left to right: Eric Biesecker, Nexsen Pruet; Wasilat Usman, NC A&T; Angelique Barnes, NC A&T; Chris Bullard, ABC; Rep. Mark Walker; Michelle Lewter, ABC; Chris Meinburg, The Phoenix Company; Robert Swink, Samet Corporation; Ted Kellogg, Shields Inc; and Wayne Colter, Colter Electric.
The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of the Carolinas welcomed Representative Mark Walker to visit with ABC staff, Triad council members, and local students from North Carolina A&T State University’s student chapter to discuss tax reform, infrastructure, healthcare, and workforce development.
“The Carolinas are fortunate to be represented by a number of members of Congress who are true champions of the Merit Shop Philosophy and Free Enterprise system,” said the director of government affairs, Chris Bullard. “We are extremely thankful for Congressman Walker’s support in Washington. His commitment to our industry and its workforce development play a critical role in our contractor’s success across the Piedmont-Triad.”
The visit comes as ABC recognizes Representative Walker with the prestigious “Merit Shop Champion” Eagle Award. These awards are given to legislators with an 80 percent or better voting record on key issues during the previous session of Congress.
