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Recognizing and commending Josh Gibbs; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the National 4-H Conference is conducted by the 4-H Youth Development Program of the Extension Service of the United States Department of Agriculture, the National 4-H Council, and the Extension Services of the land grant universities; and

WHEREAS, the National 4-H Conference is designated as the premier assembly of 4-H members from throughout the nation to assist Cooperative Extension Service staff in program planning; and

WHEREAS, 4-H members attending the National 4-H Conference make a valuable contribution to the development of programs which redirect the path of 4-H to meet the needs of youth and our society; and

WHEREAS, Josh Gibbs of Colquitt County served with distinction, dedication, and ability as a member of the National 4-H Technology Team at the 2001 National 4-H Conference; and

WHEREAS, Josh Gibbs was selected for membership on this team through a national qualification process and he is an outstanding representative of Georgia 4-H members.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body recognize and commend Josh Gibbs for the outstanding manner in which he represented the State of Georgia as a member of the National 4-H Technology Team at the 2001 National 4-H Conference.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Josh Gibbs.