HR362 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Bob FincherRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Gibbs Farms, named the Alabama Farm of Distinction, commended

Summary

A House resolution commends Gibbs Farms and its owners for being named the 2016 Alabama Farm of Distinction and congratulates them.

What This Bill Does

The bill formally recognizes Gibbs Farms and the Gibbs family for outstanding farming and conservation, noting their selection as the 2016 Alabama Farm of Distinction from six finalists. It states that Gibbs Farms will represent Alabama in the Southeastern Farmer of the Year Competition at the Sunbelt Agricultural Expo. The resolution is ceremonial and does not change laws or create new duties.

Who It Affects

• Wendell and Nan Gibbs and Gibbs Farms: formally commended and recognized as the 2016 Alabama Farm of Distinction.
• Alabama residents and the farming community: informed of the achievement and encouraged by a positive example of agricultural leadership and practices.

Key Provisions

• Commends Wendell and Nan Gibbs and Gibbs Farms for being named the 2016 Alabama Farm of Distinction.
• Conveys heartiest congratulations and best wishes for the future.
• Recognizes Gibbs Farms for outstanding management, productivity, appearance, and conservation practices as part of the Farm of Distinction award.
• Notes that Gibbs Farms was selected from six finalists and will represent Alabama in the Southeastern Farmer of the Year Competition at the Sunbelt Agricultural Expo in Moultrie, Georgia, in October 2016.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory