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2022 SESSION

22103681D
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 238
Offered February 17, 2022
Commending Loaves & Fishes Chilhowie Area Food Pantry.
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Patrons-- O'Quinn and Campbell, J.L.; Senator: Pillion
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WHEREAS, for 20 years, Loaves & Fishes Chilhowie Area Food Pantry has worked diligently to reduce hunger and support members of the Smyth County community in need; and

WHEREAS, established in 2002, Loaves & Fishes has fulfilled its vital mission with the hard work of community volunteers and generous contributions from donors and partner agencies; and

WHEREAS, each month, Loaves & Fishes delivers or distributes approximately 800 boxes of food to individuals and families in the region; and

WHEREAS, Loaves & Fishes coordinates with other local organizations, including the Chilhowie Farmer’s Market and the Chilhowie Public Library to build a stronger, healthier Smyth County; and

WHEREAS, over the course of its long history, Loaves & Fishes has helped generations of Smyth County residents facing food insecurity to remain productive, engaged members of the community; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby commend Loaves & Fishes Chilhowie Area Food Pantry; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Loaves & Fishes Chilhowie Area Food Pantry as an expression of the General Assembly’s admiration for the organization’s contributions to members of the Smyth County community in need.