Texas Senate Bill SR802

Texas 2019 - 86th Regular

Caption

Recognizing Sheila Justiss and Madron Hartley on the induction of the Justiss Ranch into the Texas Department of Agriculture Family Land Heritage Program.

Impact

The resolution highlights the cultural and historical significance of family-operated farms and ranches within Texas. By acknowledging the Justiss Ranch, SR802 helps promote awareness of the contributions of such family businesses to the state's agricultural landscape. In doing so, the resolution not only recognizes individual achievement but also underscores the importance of preserving Texas's agricultural heritage for future generations.

Summary

Senate Resolution 802 recognizes Sheila Justiss and Madron Hartley for the induction of the Justiss Ranch into the Texas Department of Agriculture Family Land Heritage Program. This program honors farms and ranches that have been operated continuously by the same family for over a century. The Justiss Ranch, established in 1868, has been passed down through generations of the Justiss family, who have made significant contributions to Texas agriculture, particularly in cattle ranching and the farming of sweet potatoes. The resolution serves to commend the Justiss family for their dedication to maintaining this agricultural legacy.

Contention

While the resolution is celebratory in nature, the broader implications reflect ongoing conversations about land use, family farming, and the challenges faced by long-standing agricultural operations in the contemporary environment. There may be implicit discussions regarding economic sustainability and the support needed for family farms to survive amid increasing urbanization and changes in agricultural practices, although specific points of contention are not detailed in the text of the resolution.