HR316: HR316 Effingham County Day at the capitol; 2/10/25; Effingham County Chamber of Commerce; recognize

25 LC 112 2834 House Resolution 316 By: Representatives Hitchens of the 161st and Burns of the 159th A RESOLUTION Recognizing February 10, 2025, as Effingham County Day at the c apitol and saluting the1 Effingham County Chamber of Commerce; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Effingham County borders on the Savannah River; includes three incorporated3 municipalities: Rincon, Springfield, and Guyton; has several smaller communities, including4 Meldrim, Faulkville, Pineora, Stillwell, Egypt, Clyo, Ebenezer, and Shawnee; and is widely5 recognized for its outstanding quality of life; and6 WHEREAS, with a shared vision for growth and prosperity, Effingham County has greatly7 increased collaboration among its municipalities, the County Co mmission, and key8 community stakeholders in order to position itself as the future of the Coastal Empire; and9 WHEREAS, Effingham County has further partnered with local schools, Savannah Technical10 College, and other educational institutions to enhance workforce development and provide11 students with opportunities to engage with growing industries; and12 WHEREAS, entities such as the Effingham County Health System ensure that access to high13 quality health care remains a cornerstone of the community, and the county's investments in14 vital infrastructure serve to bolster its growth and resilience; and15 H. R. 316 - 1 - 25 LC 112 2834 WHEREAS, founded in 1986 to support existing businesses and att ract new industry, the16 Effingham County Chamber of Commerce has long worked to ensure the county's economic17 strength and well-being through its mission of operating as a m ember-driven organization18 "focused on business advocacy and sustainable economic growth" in the region; and19 WHEREAS, for a number of years, the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce, in20 collaboration the Effingham County Industrial Development Autho rity, has sponsored21 Effingham Day at the Georgia State Capitol, providing a platform for engagement with state22 leaders and legislators; and23 WHEREAS, through their tireless efforts and steadfast commitmen t, Speaker Jon Burns,24 Senator Billy Hickman, and Representative Bill Hitchens have pl ayed a vital role in25 advancing Effingham County's legislative priorities, ensuring i ts continued economic and26 infrastructural development; and27 WHEREAS, Effingham County Day will once again be observed on Fe bruary 10, 2025,28 continuing its tradition of strengthening ties between county l eadership and the State of29 Georgia under the leadership of its CEO, Susan Kraut, and Chair, Kim Iler.30 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that31 the members of this body recognize February 10, 2025, as Effing ham County Day at the32 capitol and extend to the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce their commendation for33 the chamber's many important contributions to the Effingham Cou nty community and the34 State of Georgia.35 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized36 H. R. 316 - 2 - 25 LC 112 2834 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Susan37 Kraut, CEO of the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce.38 H. R. 316 - 3 -