Senate Study Committee on the Preservation of Georgia’s Farmlands to Hold Second Meeting

ATLANTA (August 20, 2024) — On Friday, August 30, at 10:00 a.m., the Senate Study Committee on the Preservation of Georgia’s Farmlands, chaired by Sen. Billy Hickman (R–Statesboro), will hold its second meeting at Habersham EMC.

EVENT DETAILS:                      

  • Date: Friday, August 30, 2024
  • Time: 10:00 a.m.
  • Location: Habersham EMC, 6135 GA-115, Clarkesville, GA 30523
  • This event is open to the public and will be live-streamed on the Georgia General Assembly website here.

ABOUT THE MEETING:         

During the second meeting, the committee will hear updates on Georgia’s farming industries and discuss Conservation Use Valuation Assessment (CUVA) Programs and the role of local governments in development and growth planning. The committee is tasked with studying the conditions, needs, issues, and problems related to the preservation of Georgia’s farmlands and recommending any action or legislation.

MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES:

We kindly request that members of the media confirm their attendance in advance by contacting Jantz Womack at SenatePressInquiries@senate.ga.gov.

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Sen. Billy Hickman serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Higher Education. He represents the 4th Senate District which includes Bulloch, Candler, Effingham, Evans, and a small portion of Chatham County. He may be reached at 404.463.1371 or via email at billy.hickman@senate.ga.gov