Springfield, IL-(Effingham Radio)- On March 12th, eleven members of the South Central FFA Chapter attended Ag Legislative Day at the State Capital in Springfield. During the event, they got the opportunity to meet and converse with local representatives and senators, such as Representative Blaine Wilhour, Representative Charlie Meier, and Senator Jason Plummer, as well as the Director of Ag, Lieutenant Governor, and the Governor. The day was filled with support and the importance of the Agriculture Industry was highlighted by the presence of other FFA and Ag members.
While at the capital, the South Central Members were taken on a tour of the entire capital building, including the house floor, thanks to the coordination by Representative Blaine Wilhour.
After the tour, FFA members helped to distribute lunches and gift baskets filled with Illinois Commodities to legislators and their staff. The day was an opportunity for members to meet their State legislators and learn more about how the government works.
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