The heartbreaking loss of these lives is made even worse by the loss of livelihoods, especially for our farmers and timber growers who have endured over $5.5 billion worth of damage. 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. (05:13–05:24)
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Asserts that $100 million was repurposed to support Georgia farmers and timber producers.
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