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HR 1257: Hodges, Herbert; 2025 Georgia Tree Farmer of the Year; commend

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House Resolution 1257

By: Representatives Parrish of the 158th, Burns of the 159th, Burchett of the 176th, Cannon of the 172nd, Corbett of the 174th, and others

A RESOLUTION

Congratulating Herbert Hodges, the 2025 Georgia Tree Farmer of the Year; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, at the Georgia Forestry Association's Annual Conference & Forestry Expo, the Georgia Tree Farm Program named Herbert Hodges of the Hodges Tree Farm as the 2025 Georgia Tree Farmer of the Year in recognition of his outstanding forest management and dedication to sustainable land stewardship; and

WHEREAS, presented through the American Tree Farm System, this prestigious award honors private landowners who demonstrate forestry practices that support local wildlife, wood production, water conservation, and recreational opportunities; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Hodges and his family exemplify outstanding stewardship of Georgia's forestland and represent the many private landowners who sustainably manage working forests while supporting rural economies across the state; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this exemplary Georgian be appropriately honored during this special time.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body congratulate Herbert Hodges of the Hodges Tree Farm upon their recognition as the 2025 Georgia Tree Farmer of the Year as well as extend best wishes for continued success.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Herbert Hodges.