AL HJR176

Alabama Legislature commends the inaugural Ozark Collard Green Festival held November 15, 2025, in Ozark, Alabama

Festival founded by Ms. Belinda Thomas to celebrate the cultural significance of collard greens through food, farming, art, wellness, and education

Resolution recognizes collard greens as a symbol of Southern heritage, health, and community tradition alongside Alabama's agricultural identity

Festival honors local farmers, cooks, artisans, and food innovators who preserve Alabama's culinary and agricultural traditions

Passed by House on February 26, 2026, and adopted by Senate on March 5, 2026