On Friday, Jon Burns, speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives, unveiled new measures to aid Georgia farmers after Hurricane Helene. The state’s Financing and Investment Commission approved redirecting $100 million to the Georgia Development Authority. $75 million will go towards disaster relief loans for the agriculture sector, while $25 million will support timber-related cleanup. Burns emphasized the challenges faced by the industry and the importance of securing resources for affected Georgians. The proposal, though unanimously approved, will be voted on by the Georgia Development Authority next Monday, highlighting the ongoing efforts to assist farmers and foresters recovering from the disaster.