As you know, our farmers needed relief quickly and efficiently, and that's why we repurposed $100 million to the Georgia Development Authority last November to provide direct financial support for our farmers and timber producers. It's also along. It's also why, along with our congressional delegation, Lieutenant Governor Jones, Speaker Burns, Commissioner Harper, many of you, and many others urged the US Congress and the Biden administration to fast track block grants to our state. I want to extend my deepest gratitude to every member of Georgia's congressional delegation, both Republicans and Democrats, who voted to support that legislation. (05:25–05:43)
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