2026 SESSION

INTRODUCED

26105751D

HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 19

Offered January 19, 2026

Commending Hunter Ringer.

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Patron—Guzman

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WHEREAS, Hunter Ringer, a senior at Brentsville District High School, has promoted the growth of the agricultural sector in Prince William County and provided outstanding leadership to his fellow students as president of the Brentsville Future Farmers of America; and

WHEREAS, under Hunter Ringer's leadership, the Brentsville Future Farmers of America (FFA) has achieved great success in promoting agricultural education and preparing students for careers in the agricultural sector, receiving the State Superior Gold Chapter Award and the prestigious National Chapter 3-Star Award from the National FFA Organization in 2024; and

WHEREAS, the National Chapter 3-Star Award is presented to chapters that incorporate all 15 core FFA quality standards into their programs, demonstrating the Brentsville FFA's commitment to building communities, strengthening agriculture, and growing leaders, as well as promoting good citizenship, healthy lifestyles, scholarship, and career success; and

WHEREAS, in October 2025, Hunter Ringer and the Brentsville FFA launched an agricultural expo to invigorate community interest in agriculture; students coordinated with local businesses, institutions of higher education, and the Virginia FFA to plan the event, which included examples of modern and antique agricultural equipment, road safety education, livestock, and family-friendly activities; and

WHEREAS, through the agricultural expo, Hunter Ringer and the Brentsville FFA promoted the importance of the roles that farming and other agricultural careers play in everyday life; and

WHEREAS, Hunter Ringer and the other members of the Brentsville FFA have actively engaged with local and state leaders to support policies that will enhance agricultural education and ensure the agricultural sector remains an important pillar of the Commonwealth's vibrant economy; and

WHEREAS, during Hunter Ringer's tenure as an officer of the organization, the Brentsville FFA has gone above and beyond to create programs and pursue opportunities that benefit its members, all students at Brentsville District High School, and the community as a whole; and

WHEREAS, in addition to his work with the Brentsville FFA, Hunter Ringer also serves as a member of the Prince William-Fairfax Farm Bureau Board and chair of the Young Farmers Committee; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Hunter Ringer hereby be commended for his leadership and achievements as president of the Brentsville Future Farmers of America; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Hunter Ringer as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for his years of contributions to the agricultural sector and service to his fellow students in Prince William County.