This bill proposes to officially proclaim February 5, 2025, as "FFA Day" in the House of Representatives of New Mexico. The resolution recognizes the significant contributions of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) organization, which has been a vital youth leadership entity in the state for over eighty years. It highlights the organization's mission to promote leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education, and notes the participation of over 5,200 youths in various FFA programs across 93 chapters in New Mexico. The bill emphasizes the diverse skills and life lessons that FFA members acquire, which are essential for their development into responsible and productive adults.
Additionally, the resolution acknowledges the upcoming national FFA week starting on February 15, 2025, during which FFA members will celebrate their experiences and achievements. The bill concludes by directing that copies of the memorial be sent to the New Mexico FFA organization, further solidifying the state's support and recognition of the FFA's impact on youth development and agriculture education.