Georgia CommonsSenate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
SR 405: Arabia Mountain Vineyard; recognize
Last action March 20, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes Arabia Mountain Vineyard for its agricultural, educational, and community contributions across DeKalb, Rockdale, and Henry counties.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia Senate honors Arabia Mountain Vineyard, describing it as an agritourism destination that combines entertainment, recreation, and education. The resolution lists the vineyard's activities, including introducing more than 1,500 students to hands-on agricultural experiences, supporting local schools and charities, reducing pesticide use by 90 percent through organic farming, and using cover crops to improve soil health. The resolution does not create any new law, funding, or ongoing program. Its only operative actions are that the Senate formally recognizes the vineyard and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Arabia Mountain Vineyard.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes Arabia Mountain Vineyard on behalf of the Georgia Senate for its agricultural, educational, and community work.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Arabia Mountain Vineyard.
- Creates no new statute, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement rather than a change to Georgia law.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Arabia Mountain Vineyard and, more broadly, residents, students, schools, charities, and local businesses in DeKalb, Rockdale, and Henry counties who interact with or benefit from the vineyard's programs.
Why it matters
Because this is a ceremonial resolution, it does not change any law, spend state money, or impose new requirements. Its practical effect is limited to a formal statement of recognition from the Senate and a commemorative copy given to the vineyard.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe the vineyard's role as an agritourism site offering education, workforce training, and small business opportunities in three metro Atlanta counties.
- The resolved clause states the Senate's recognition of Arabia Mountain Vineyard for its contributions to the community.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to the vineyard.
From the bill
“Arabia Mountain Vineyard is a vibrant agritourism destination and multipurpose venue where entertainment, recreation, and education come to life”
“Arabia Mountain Vineyard has reduced pesticide waste by 90 percent, significantly improving soil health, water quality, and biodiversity”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-55)
- Emanuel Jones (D, SD-10)
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-43)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-41)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-34)
- Jason Esteves (D, SD-35)
- Donzella James (D, SD-28)
Topics
- agritourism
- Senate resolution
- DeKalb County
- environmental stewardship
- local economic development