This bill proposes to officially proclaim February 5, 2025, as "FFA Day" in the House of Representatives of New Mexico. The resolution highlights the significant role of the FFA (formerly Future Farmers of America) as a premier youth leadership organization in the state for over eighty years, emphasizing its mission of promoting leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. It notes the organization's extensive reach, with over five thousand youths participating in various development programs across ninety-three chapters in New Mexico, and underscores the diverse skills that FFA members acquire, which are applicable in various career paths.
The resolution also acknowledges the positive impact of FFA on its participants, including increased confidence, decision-making abilities, and a sense of purpose. It aligns the proclamation with the upcoming national FFA week, which begins on February 15, 2025, and aims to celebrate the achievements of FFA members. The bill concludes by directing that copies of the memorial be sent to the New Mexico FFA organization to further recognize their contributions to the state.