House Resolution 378
By: Representatives Jasperse of the 11th, Hagan of the 156th, McDonald III of the 26th, Cox
of the 28th, Smith of the 138th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing February 27, 2025, as Georgia Airports Association Day; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS, there are 95 general aviation airports in the State of Georgia that are essential
to the state's transportation and economic infrastructure, supporting diversified industries
such as technology, manufacturing, distribution, tourism, and agriculture; and
WHEREAS, these businesses utilize Georgia's airports to transport employees, customers,
vendors, and goods, which spurs economic development; and
WHEREAS, the Georgia Statewide Aviation System is also home to an additional eight
airports that provide for commercial or regularly scheduled airline service, resulting in a
grand total of 103 publically owned airports; and
WHEREAS, these airports provide the state with a combined $73.7 billion in annual
economic activity as well as with more than 450,000 jobs, representing $20.2 billion in
payroll; and
WHEREAS, founded in 1990, the Georgia Airports Association is dedicated to the
development, growth, and empowerment of airports in the State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, this remarkable organization provides its members with access to valuable
educational and training materials, networking and communication support, and breaking
industry news and updates; and
WHEREAS, by providing these vital resources, the Georgia Airports Association enables its
member airports to make optimal use of their often-limited time and assets, further
supporting the state's economic growth; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the Georgia Airports Association be
appropriately honored.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize February 27, 2025, as Georgia Airports Association Day.
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 the
Georgia Airports Association.