Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia Department 149 - RULES OF AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSION FOR COTTON
Here’s a refined overview of the Georgia Compiled Rules & Regulations – Department 149: Agricultural Commodity Commission for Cotton (Marketing Order for Cotton), effective June 30, 1965 and current through May 29, 2025:
🌾 Chapter 149‑1: Marketing Order for Cotton
This single chapter (Rules 149‑1‑.01 to .14) outlines the commission’s authority, structure, operation, and oversight related to cotton marketing in Georgia (rules.sos.ga.gov).
📌 Rule 149‑1‑.01: Product Affected
Entirely covers cotton.
📍 Rule 149‑1‑.02: Area of Production Affected
Applies throughout the entire State of Georgia. (rules.sos.ga.gov)
🧭 Rule 149‑1‑.03: Scope of Operation
Permitted activities include:
Quality improvement research
Promotion of Georgia cotton
Educational initiatives (rules.sos.ga.gov)
⚙️ Rule 149‑1‑.04: Extent of Operation
The Commission determines its specific activities and fund usage within statutory limits. (rules.sos.ga.gov)
📅 Rule 149‑1‑.05: Term of Operation
Initial term: Aug 1, 1965 – Jul 31, 1966.
Automatically renews annually unless legally terminated. (rules.sos.ga.gov)
✅ Rule 149‑1‑.06: Method of Approval
Must be approved by written consent of cotton producers, as authorized by the 1961 law. (rules.sos.ga.gov)
⏱️ Rule 149‑1‑.07: Time of Approval
Specifies the schedule/timing for obtaining producers’ written assent (details in full text).
👥 Rule 149‑1‑.08: Affected Producers
Defines which producers are subject to the order (details available in context).
💰 Rule 149‑1‑.09: Method of Finance
Funding mechanisms, typically through producer assessments, are outlined. (rules.sos.ga.gov)
🧾 Rule 149‑1‑.10: Method of Collection
Logistics for collecting assessments (e.g., mechanism, enforcement).
📊 Rule 149‑1‑.11: Administration and Enforcement
Covers how the Commission administers the order and enforces compliance.
💸 Rule 149‑1‑.12: Expenditure of Funds
Governs how collected funds should be spent. (casetext.com)
🤝 Rule 149‑1‑.13: Contracts
Authorizes entering legal agreements for research, promotion, etc. (regulations.justia.com)
🗄️ Rule 149‑1‑.14: Records
Requires maintaining records for production, finance, contracts, and enforcement.
📘 Key Takeaways
The Commission oversees cotton improvement, promotion, and education across Georgia, funded by producer contributions, with administrative and reporting responsibilities.
The marketing order self-renews annually since 1965 unless terminated by law.
All procedural aspects—approval, financing, enforcement—are governed by these rules, ensuring accountability and proper fund use.
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