HR 1221: Coweta Cattlemen Association of Coweta County; commend
Introduced version, the latest LegiScan holds · Last action February 3, 2026 · Passed
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House Resolution 1221
By: Representatives Huddleston of the 72nd, Smith of the 70th, Bonner of the 73rd, Jenkins of the 136th, Glaize of the 67th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Commending the Coweta Cattlemen Association of Coweta County; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the Coweta Cattlemen Association, headquartered in Newnan, Coweta County, Georgia, was established in 1949 and has long stood as a pillar of leadership, service, and stewardship within Georgia’s agricultural community; and
WHEREAS, the Coweta Cattlemen Association is widely recognized as the oldest continuously active cattlemen’s association chapter in the State of Georgia, representing generations of cattle producers who have worked diligently to strengthen and advance the beef cattle industry; and
WHEREAS, in 2026, the Coweta Cattlemen Association will celebrate its 77th anniversary, marking more than seven decades of dedicated service to agriculture, rural families, and the cattle industry in Coweta County and throughout the State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, since its founding, the Coweta Cattlemen Association has played a vital role in promoting best management practices, animal health, land stewardship, and beef quality assurance, while preserving the proud agricultural heritage of Coweta County and the State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, the association has demonstrated an enduring commitment to education, youth development, and leadership through support of agricultural education programs, youth livestock activities, and community engagement initiatives; and
WHEREAS, the Coweta Cattlemen Association has served as a strong advocate for farmers and ranchers, helping ensure that agriculture remains a foundational and respected component of Georgia’s economy and rural way of life; and
WHEREAS, the continued success and longevity of the Coweta Cattlemen Association stands as a testament to the dedication, integrity, and hard work of its members–past and present–who have faithfully served their communities and the agricultural industry.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body do hereby commend the Coweta Cattlemen Association of Newnan, Coweta County, and honor its distinction as the oldest continuously active cattlemen’s association chapter in the State of Georgia.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the House of Representatives extends its sincere appreciation and the best wishes to the Coweta Cattlemen Association and its members for continued success in their mission to support agriculture, strengthen rural communities, and preserve Georgia’s farming heritage for generations to come. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the Coweta Cattlemen Association.