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HR 1488: Leopold's Ice Cream; commend

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House Resolution 1488

By: Representatives Stephens of the 164th, Parrish of the 158th, Franklin of the 160th, Petrea of the 166th, and Gilliard of the 162nd

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Leopold's Ice Cream; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Leopold's Ice Cream was founded in 1919 in Savannah by brothers George Leopold, Peter Leopold, and Basil Leopold, establishing a family enterprise rooted in craftsmanship and community within the State of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, for more than a century, Leopold's Ice Cream has operated continuously in Savannah as a Georgia-based manufacturer of premium, handcrafted ice cream, preserving original family recipes developed in the early 20th century and sustaining traditional small-batch methods; and

WHEREAS, now under the ownership of second-generation family member Stratton Leopold, Leopold's Ice Cream continues to make its products within the State of Georgia and source Georgia-grown agricultural inputs where available, including locally produced pecans; and

WHEREAS, through retail visitation and interstate shipping operations, Leopold's Ice Cream serves Georgia residents and visitors from across the United States and abroad, achieving national recognition and contributing meaningfully to the State of Georgia's tourism economy; and

WHEREAS, in addition to its economic contributions, Leopold's Ice Cream has maintained a consistent commitment to civic engagement within the State of Georgia through nonprofit partnerships, educational programming, and community initiatives benefitting Georgia residents; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the longstanding history, cultural significance, economic contributions, and community engagement of Leopold's Ice Cream be appropriately honored.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and commend Leopold's Ice Cream for over a century of continuous operation, craftsmanship, and service to the State of Georgia 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 Leopold's Ice Cream.