17
Mar
2015
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - State Rep. Mike Smiddy, D-Hillsdale met with leaders of the Illinois Future Farmers of America (FFA) during their annual advocacy day held this year on March 5, 2015 at the Illinois State Capitol.
"These students are excellent examples of the professionalism and dedication that make our state great, and I was honored talk with them to discuss the FFA's needs over the next fiscal year," Smiddy said. "I look forward to working with the leaders of the FFA and other invaluable youth organizations and find ways for Illinois to continue supporting their mission."
Hundreds of FFA students from across the state attended the annual day in Springfield. They met with legislators to discuss the importance of the organization in their community and the funding situation for the group. Governor Rauner's budget proposal includes eliminating the $1.8 million budget that funds agricultural education in Illinois. Smiddy talked with student leaders of the FFA during their visit outside the house chamber.
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