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This resolution recognizes and celebrates Arkansas Forestry Day at the State Capitol on January 21, 2025, highlighting the significant economic and environmental importance of forestry in Arkansas. The resolution provides extensive context about the state's forests, noting that 15.3 million acres are privately owned and 3.6 million acres are publicly owned, with diverse forest types including softwoods, oak and pine, and hardwoods. It emphasizes the forest products industry's substantial economic impact, contributing $7 billion to the state's economy, supporting nearly 27,000 direct jobs and over 54,000 total jobs, and generating $1.85 billion in direct wages. The resolution also underscores the environmental benefits of Arkansas forests, including providing habitat for over 600 species of fish and wildlife and offering scenic beauty. Additionally, it highlights that 67% of the state's forests are owned by family forest landowners, and the Arkansas Forestry Association has represented the forestry community since 1947. The resolution formally recognizes the importance of forestry to Arkansas and directs that a copy be transmitted to the President of the Arkansas Forestry Association upon adoption.

https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=sr3&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R