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ALBANY, NEW YORK, September 30 – The ABC Empire State Chapter has been named to City & State New York's 2026 Hall of Fame: 20 Years of Impact in New York, recognizing the chapter's contributions to New York's construction industry and workforce development efforts.

The Hall of Fame honors organizations and individuals whose work has helped shape New York over the past two decades. The ABC Empire State Chapter was recognized among a select group of leaders and organizations making a lasting impact across the state.

“We are honored to be recognized as part of City & State’s inaugural Hall of Fame class,” said Brian Sampson, president of ABC’s Empire State Chapter. “For 20 years, City & State has helped New Yorkers better understand the people, policies, and decisions shaping our state. During those

same two decades, ABC has worked every day to protect our members, strengthen the construction industry, develop the next generation of skilled professionals, and defend fair and open competition. This recognition belongs to the dedicated staff, members, apprentices, instructors, and industry partners whose hard work and commitment have made our success

Possible.”

The ABC Empire State Chapter represents the merit shop construction industry across New York, providing apprenticeship training, workforce development, safety education, and advocacy on behalf of contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and construction professionals.