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Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-1 - BOLL WEEVIL QUARANTINE › Rule 40-24-1-.11 - Movement for Scientific Purposes

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Regulated Articles may be moved for
				experimental or scientific purposes in accordance with specified conditions
				provided a scientific permit is obtained from the Commissioner. The applicant
				must provide in writing the following:
(a)
				the specific article(s) to be imported;
(b) safety measures to ensure that boll
				weevils are not accidentally released;
(c) location where the Regulated Articles
				will be held or used;
(d) length of
				experiment; and
(e) any additional
				information the Commissioner or Board of Directors of the Boll Weevil
				Eradication Foundation of Georgia, Inc. may request.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-1 - BOLL WEEVIL QUARANTINE › Rule 40-24-1-.12 - Inspection and Enforcement

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1)The Commissioner or his agent is
				authorized to stop and inspect any cotton harvesting equipment or other means
				of conveyance moving into or within the State of Georgia upon reasonable
				grounds to believe that such means of conveyance or articles are infested with
				the boll weevil
(2)Such inspector
				is authorized to seize, treat, destroy, or otherwise dispose of articles found
				to be moving in violation of these Regulations.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-1 - BOLL WEEVIL QUARANTINE › Rule 40-24-1-.13 - Non-Commercial Cotton

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Non-commercial cotton shall not be
				planted without a permit approved by Board of Directors of the Boll Weevil
				Eradication Foundation of Georgia, Inc. and issued by the
				Commissioner.
(2) A permit request
				will include a brief description of the plot size, the purpose for such
				planting, and its value to cotton growers of the state. The Board of Directors
				of the BWEF of GA, Inc. will base their decision on:
(a) benefit to the state's agriculture and
				cotton growers;
(b) location of
				growing area;
(c) size of intended
				planting area;
(d) pest conditions
				in the growing area;
(e) costs
				incurred to the BWEF of GA, Inc.; and
(f) the applicant's willingness to follow any
				stipulations or requirements as may be set forth in the permit.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-1 - BOLL WEEVIL QUARANTINE › Rule 40-24-1-.14 - Georgia Interior Quarantine Requirements

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) The Commissioner shall have discretion to
				establish quarantine boundaries and regulate the movement of Regulated Articles
				as is necessary to eradicate the boll weevil should any re-infestations
				occur.
(2) The Boll Weevil
				Eradication Foundation of Georgia, Inc. is authorized to act upon the
				Commissioner's behalf for boll weevil eradication activities within the
				state.
(3) Landowners or tenants
				must allow access to properties and maintain the property in a condition which
				will allow Department or Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation of Georgia, Inc.
				employees to conduct adequate surveys and/or other necessary and appropriate
				actions to eradicate the boll weevil in quarantined areas.
(4) The Commissioner may declare the boll
				weevil to be eradicated and remove the quarantine from the area when no boll
				weevil has been detected for a minimum of two (2) consecutive years.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-1 - BOLL WEEVIL QUARANTINE › Rule 40-24-1-.15 - Organic Treatments to Control Weevil Infestations

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Should a weevil
				infestation be detected on property controlled by an organic farm operator, the
				farm operator may treat his own cotton for boll weevils provided:
(a) the insecticide and method of application
				are approved by the Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation of Georgia,
				Inc.;
(b) treatment records are be
				maintained by the grower and available for inspection by the Commissioner or
				Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation of Georgia, Inc. employees upon request;
				and
(c) the treatment costs will be
				born solely by the farm operator.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-1 - BOLL WEEVIL QUARANTINE › Rule 40-24-1-.16 - Prohibited Action

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Any of the following acts will constitute a violation of this
				  Chapter:
(1) Bringing boll weevils, in
				any living stage, into the state without a permit issued by the
				Commissioner.
(2) Failure of any
				cotton grower to participate in the boll weevil eradication program.
(3) Failure of any gin to collect assessments
				when required, file prescribed reports, remit assessments collected as
				described, or use, contract or hire any out-of-state used cotton harvesting
				equipment unless it has been thoroughly cleaned and certified free of boll
				weevils.
(4) Failure to destroy
				cotton stalks or non-commercial cotton when notified by the
				Commissioner.
(5) Bringing used
				cotton harvesting equipment into the state that has not been thoroughly
				cleaned, inspected and certified free of regulated articles.
(6) Planting or growing non-commercial cotton
				without a permit approved by Board of Directors of the Boll Weevil Eradication
				Foundation of Georgia, Inc. and issued by the Commissioner.
(7) Obstructing the Commissioner or his
				inspector in the performance of his duties.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-1 - BOLL WEEVIL QUARANTINE › Rule 40-24-1-.17 - Penalties

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Any person
				violating any provision of this article shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and,
				upon conviction, shall be punished by a fine of not less than $50.00 nor more
				than $1,000.00 or by imprisonment not exceeding 12 months, or both, as
				determined by the court.
(2) Any
				cotton grower or the first handler of cotton from a cotton grower who fails to
				pay any assessment levied under this article when due and upon reasonable
				notice shall be subject to a penalty of not more than $25.00 per acre or $12.50
				per bale, such amount to be established by the Commissioner upon recommendation
				of the Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation of Georgia, Inc., Board of
				Directors.
(3) Any cotton grower
				who fails to pay all assessments, including penalties, within 30 days from the
				date of notice shall be required to destroy all cotton plants growing on his or
				her property which are subject to assessment. Any plants not destroyed shall be
				deemed to be a public nuisance. In such case, the Commissioner is authorized to
				apply to any court of competent jurisdiction and such court shall issue
				judgment and order condemnation and destruction of such nuisance. The grower
				shall be liable for all court costs, fees, and other expenses incurred in such
				action.
(4) Any cotton grower who
				fails to comply with the rules adopted by the Commissioner shall be subject to
				a civil monetary penalty of $1,000.00 per violation. Each violation shall
				constitute a separate offense.
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-2 - DEFINITIONS (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-2-.01 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-3 - REGULATED ARTICLES (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-3-.01 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-3 - REGULATED ARTICLES (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-3-.02 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-4 - COMPLIANCE AGREEMENTS (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-4-.01 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-5 - INSPECTION AND ENFORCEMENT (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-5-.01 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-6 - NON-COMMERCIAL COTTON (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-6-.01 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-7 - PROGRAM PARTICIPATION (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-7-.01 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A. Secs.
				  2-7-150
et seq.
;
				  2-14-41, 2-14-46.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-7 - PROGRAM PARTICIPATION (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-7-.02 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-7 - PROGRAM PARTICIPATION (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-7-.03 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-7 - PROGRAM PARTICIPATION (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-7-.04 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A. Sec.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-8 - BOLL WEEVIL TREATMENTS (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-8-.01 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-8 - BOLL WEEVIL TREATMENTS (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-8-.02 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-8 - BOLL WEEVIL TREATMENTS (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-8-.03 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-24 - BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION › Subject 40-24-9 - SOLICITATION FOR BIDS (Repealed) › Rule 40-24-9-.01 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A.
				  2-7-150
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-25 - GRAIN DEALERS › Subject 40-25-1 - DEFINITIONS › Rule 40-25-1-.01 - Short Title

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
These regulations shall be cited as the "Georgia State Grain
				  Dealer Regulations."
O.C.G.A.
				  2-9-30, et.
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-25 - GRAIN DEALERS › Subject 40-25-1 - DEFINITIONS › Rule 40-25-1-.02 - Definitions

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The following words or terms shall have the meaning set forth
				  herein when used in these rules and regulations.
(a) "Act" means the laws relating to Dealers
				in Agricultural Products-Grain Dealers, Article II of O.C.G.A.
				2-9.
(b) The term "Commissioner" as used in these
				regulations means the Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture.
(c) "Deferred pricing" means grain sales
				where payment is deferred and includes, but not limited to, transactions
				commonly referred to as deferred-payment, deferred-pricing and price-later
				contracts.
(d) The term "Director"
				shall mean the officer who has been lawfully commissioned, appointed and
				delegated the authority by the Commissioner to administer the Act.
(e) The term "Examiner" means an employee of
				the Commissioner charged with the duty of making and reporting grain dealer
				examinations.
(f) "Grain Dealer"
				means any person, association, itinerant dealer, partnership or corporation
				engaged in the business of buying, receiving, selling, exchanging, negotiating
				or soliciting the sale, resale, exchange or transfer of any grain purchased
				from the producer or his agent or representative, or received to be handled on
				a net return basis from the producer.
(g) The term "Grain" means all products
				commonly classified as grain, including wheat, corn, oats, barley, rye, field
				peas, soybeans, clover and grain sorghum. The term does not include grain which
				had been produced or packaged for purchase or distribution as seed.
(h) "Producer" means any producer of
				grain.
(i) "On consignment" means
				any receipt or sale of grain for the account of a person other than the seller
				in which the seller acts as the agent for the owner.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-9-30
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-25 - GRAIN DEALERS › Subject 40-25-2 - LICENSE REQUIREMENTS › Rule 40-25-2-.01 - License

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Eligibility.
				Every grain dealer, prior to transacting business within the State of Georgia,
				shall come under the provisions of the Act by complying with the provisions of
				the Act and the rules and regulations thereunder. Upon such compliance, any
				person may be issued a license to operate as a Grain Dealer, as provided in
				such license, except that no State Warehouse Director, employee or examiner
				shall be interested financially, directly or indirectly in any Grain Dealer
				licensed by the State of Georgia.
(2) Requirements:
(a) To qualify for license under the Georgia
				State Grain Dealer Act, each applicant must submit or provide: complete
				application, financial statement and a grain dealer bond. Certified Public
				Weigher's bond, fees for licenses and seals, are required if the dealer is
				equipped with suitable scales.
(b)
				Applications for the annual renewal of license will be submitted to the
				Director at least thirty days prior to July 1st of
				each year.
(c) Bond requirements
				will be provided in O.C.G.A.
				2-9-34.
(d)Financial statement requirements will be
				as provided in O.C.G.A.
				2-9-32(b). In the
				event the net worth of the financial statement is not as much as the minimum
				bond requirement of the Act, additional bond equal to twice the difference must
				be provided within 60 days following notification.
(e) For license renewal, financial statements
				shall be submitted annually, no latter than 60 days following the applicant's
				financial year close. Applicants who cannot meet this requirement may apply to
				the Commissioner for a temporary waiver of this provision. Any such waiver
				granted shall not exceed 180 days following the applicant's fiscal year
				close.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-25 - GRAIN DEALERS › Subject 40-25-3 - OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS › Rule 40-25-3-.01 - Records

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) All grain
				dealers must maintain complete purchase and payable records of producer grain
				transactions which will reflect, at least, the following: (1) producers name;
				(2) type of transaction and date; (3) type commodity; (4) weight or quantity;
				(5) selling price; (6) scale ticket or invoice document number.
(2) In the event of suspension, revocation,
				or other termination of a license issued under the Act, the former licensee or
				his successor in interest, if any, shall preserve for a period of six years or
				until released in writing by the Commissioner or Director, all books, papers,
				accounts, and other records relating to the operation of the grain dealership
				during the effective period of the license.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-9-30
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.01 - Definitions

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The following words and terms, as used in these rules, shall
				  have the meaning hereinafter ascribed to them:
(a) "Department" shall mean the Department of
				Agriculture of the State of Georgia.
(b) "Commissioner" shall mean the
				Commissioner of Agriculture of the State of Georgia; or his designated
				agent.
(c) "Commission" shall mean
				each and every Agricultural Commodity Commission created under the Georgia
				Agricultural Commodities Promotion Act, O.C.G.A.
				2-8-1,
et
				seq.
(d) "Fiscal Period"
				shall be July 1 each year through June 30 of the following year.
(e) "Producer Members" shall mean the
				producer members of the Commission.
(f) "Commission Members" shall mean producer
				members or ex-officio members.
(g)
				"Ex-Officio Members" shall mean the Commissioner of Agriculture, the President
				of the Georgia Farm Bureau Federation, one member elected by the Agriculture
				and Consumer Affairs Committee of the House of Representatives, and one member
				elected by the Agriculture Committee of the Senate.
(h) "Executive Director, Coordinator,
				Executive Secretary, Manager and other titles" shall mean the managing employee
				of a Commission.
(i) "Employee"
				shall mean employee of a Commission.
(j) "Expenses" shall mean meals, lodging,
				mileage, and other expenses as described in the State travel policy.
(k) "Advisory Board, Subcommittee, Special
				Committee" shall mean a duly established or appointed subordinate committee of
				the Commission with duties and functions established by the
				Commission.
(l) "Marketing Order"
				shall mean an order issued pursuant to O.C.G.A.
				2-8-1,
et seq.
,
				prescribing rules and regulations governing the processing, distribution, or
				handling in any manner of any agricultural commodity within this state or
				establishing an assessment for financing the programs established.
(m) "Person" shall mean any association,
				individual, partnership, corporation or any other legal entity.
(n) "Chairman" shall mean a Commission member
				duly named, appointed or elected by the Commission.
(o) "Advisory Board Member" shall mean an
				individual duly appointed by the Commission Board to advise the Commission in
				the performance of its duties.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.02 - Commission Policy

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Nothing herein contained shall be construed to prohibit any
				  Commission from adopting rules governing its own operation, provided such rules
				  do not conflict with these rules and regulations.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.03 - Meeting Minutes

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
A copy of the minutes of the Commission, Advisory Board,
				  Subcommittee or Special Committee meetings, containing a listing of those in
				  attendance and approved expenditures not approved in budget, shall be submitted
				  to the Department.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.04 - Budgets

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
An annual budget will be adopted by each Commission at the
				  beginning of each fiscal period and amended thereafter as necessary. Such
				  budget must show the estimated income as well as estimated expenditures by
				  category for the period.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.05 - Inventories

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
In order to maintain proper accountability for non-expendable
				  property and equipment, each Commission must maintain an accurate and
				  up-to-date inventory on all property owned by the Commission. A copy of the
				  inventory should be kept in the Commission office and a copy sent to the
				  Department for inclusion in their files.
O.C.G.A. 2.8-1,
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.06 - Contracts

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Written contracts (agreements, leases) are generally required
				  for services set forth in the Commission Marketing Order. All contracts must be
				  submitted to the Commissioner prior to execution for approval. Any person
				  contracting with the Commission shall furnish annually a schedule indicating
				  any expenses paid for or reimbursed to any Commission member, employee or
				  Advisory Board member.
O.C.G.A. 2.8-1,
et seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.07 - Funds

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Any monies collected by the Commission for any purpose
				  pursuant to the operation of the Commission shall be forwarded to the
				  Commissioner for deposit into the Commission account. Funds so collected shall
				  be deposited and disbursed in conformity with these rules and regulations
				  prescribed by the Commissioner. Any funds received by the Commission, currency
				  or checks, will be recorded by a cash receipt indicating amount received, from
				  whom received, and for what purpose. Funds are to be deposited or forwarded to
				  the Commissioner no less frequently than once per month. No bank account shall
				  be established without approval of the Commission and authorization of the
				  Commissioner.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.08 - Surety Bonds

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Any person who handles funds under this Chapter shall be
				  bonded with good and sufficient surety in an amount determined by the
				  Commissioner for the accounting of any and all funds coming into his hands,
				  O.C.G.A. 2-8-10.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.09 - Rent

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Leases for office space, other property, and related services
				  must include provisions for termination of such lease within a reasonable
				  period of time in the event of disapproval of the Marketing Order by producers
				  or failure to collect sufficient funds.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.10 - Insurance

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Department will include the Commission under the
				  Department's blanket performance bond and personal liability policy. However,
				  the Commission is responsible for securing necessary coverage on all property
				  (building, contents, equipment, vehicles, etc.) as deemed necessary by the
				  Commission.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.11 - Administrative Expenses

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Commissioner is authorized to expend funds, as approved
				  by the Commission, for necessary administrative expenses incurred by the
				  Commissioner in the administration and enforcement of the Commission's
				  Marketing Order.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.12 - Exceptions

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
In exceptional cases, if expenditures which are in conflict
				  with or not specifically authorized by these rules and regulations are found
				  necessary, they may be allowed if approved by the Commission and the
				  Commissioner.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.13 - Procedure

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
The Commissioner may require evidence of propriety with
				  respect to items for payment.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Whenever possible, the Commission shall be responsible for
				  obtaining at least three bids for a service or product. The Commission shall
				  endeavor to compare products with respect to quality, cost, performance, etc.
				  There shall be no qualifications in the specifications for any contract which
				  will work to the advantage of any particular bidder or any class of bidders.
				  The Commission may utilize state purchase contracts when available for the
				  purchase of equipment, automobiles, etc.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.15 - Invoices

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Invoices should
				be rendered in the name of the Commission.
(2) Each invoice must have budget category to
				which the item shall be charged and the amount.
(3) Invoices with handwritten or typewritten
				billheads must be signed by the vendor or person furnishing the supplies or
				services.
(4) Each invoice must be
				dated and properly itemized before payment.
(5) Original invoices will be obtained
				whenever possible, or if an invoice should appear to be other than an original,
				the following statement shall be written on the invoice and signed by the
				Chairman or authorized employee: "This bill has been checked against our
				records and found to be the original one presented for payment and has not been
				previously paid."
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.16 - Payment of Claims

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) In addition to the other controlling
				features set forth in these rules and regulations, limitations on payment of
				claims are made by:
(a) available funds for
				expenditures;
(b) budget
				authorization or authorization in minutes;
(c) reasonableness of expenditure.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.17 - Payrolls

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Payrolls for
				permanent employees shall be on a semi-monthly basis.
(2) Payrolls for other than permanent
				employees shall be for periods satisfactory to the Commission. Compensation for
				work performed on an hourly or daily basis shall be supported by detail of
				hours and days worked.
(3) For the
				purpose of computing payments for less than a full month, each employee shall
				be considered to work eight hours per day, five days each week and holidays
				shall be considered working days. Employees employed at a monthly rate, when
				paid semi-monthly, shall be paid one-half the monthly salary as of the
				fifteenth of each month and one-half the monthly salary at the end of each
				month. Salaries of employees appointed or separated during any calendar month
				shall be computed for the number of days actually worked in that particular
				month. However, the number of days actually worked shall not include either (1)
				a holiday which immediately precedes the first day worked, or (2) a holiday
				which immediately follows the last day worked.
(4) The Department is responsible for making
				the following payroll deductions: federal and state taxes, social security
				taxes, group insurance premiums when applicable and retirement contributions.
				Amounts deducted will be paid to the proper agencies by the Department.
				Employees will be supplied with reports, or forms, as required by
				law.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.18 - Commission Personnel

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Unless the Commission has established a
				rule or policy to the contrary, the Chairman with the Commission's approval
				shall have the authority to hire employees, recommend salary and increases for
				employees and terminate employees.
(a) When
				employees are hired, the Commission must submit to the Department in writing:
1. effective date of employment;
2. starting salary;
3. social security number and copy of social
				security card;
4.
				address;
5. appropriate insurance,
				tax and retirement information.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.19 - Relocation Expenses

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Upon approval of the Commission, an employee may be
				  reimbursed for certain relocation expense as set forth in current Office of
				  Planning and Budget guidelines.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.20 - Applicant Travel Expenses

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Reimbursement will be allowed for travel expenses of
				  applicants for Commission employment who are called for interviews if the
				  Commission has determined that such expenditure is necessary to recruit
				  qualified persons needed by the Commission. Reimbursement of interview expenses
				  will not exceed those travel expenses set forth for Board members and
				  employees.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Commission employees are expected to devote their entire
				  working hours to the job and to the business of the Commission. While there is
				  no absolute prohibition of outside employment, any outside job must not
				  interfere with complete attention to their responsibilities as a Commission
				  employee. There are some outside employment situations which could result in a
				  conflict of interest between two jobs. Example: If an employee is in a position
				  where he determines what supplier will be engaged to furnish goods or services
				  to a Commission and the employee has a substantial interest in the supplier's
				  company which is selected, the employee is in an obvious conflict of interest
				  situation.
(a) Commission employees
				are prohibited from engaging in other work during working hours or during
				periods of sick leave.
(b) It shall
				be unlawful for any employee to contract to buy or sell to the Commission any
				real or personal property, goods, services or a combination thereof when such
				purchase or sale would benefit or be likely to benefit such employee.
(c) No person who is a Commission member or
				employee shall engage in any transaction with any such Commission or other
				state agency or any such authority of which such person is a member or employee
				for personal gain.
(d) A Commission
				member or employee must not use their official position for personal
				gain.
(e) Commission property such
				as vehicles, equipment, materials and employee services, shall be used only for
				official Commission business.
(f)
				No gifts, gratuities, favors or social invitations should be accepted where
				they may be intended to compromise the integrity of the member, employee or
				Commission.
(g) In addition to the
				prohibitions set forth in O.C.G.A.
				45-10-22(a)(2),
				whenever any Commission considers the transaction of business with any business
				entity and, at the time of such consideration, a member(s) of such Commission
				is also a fiduciary of the business entity in question, such Commission
				member-fiduciary shall not take part in any discussions, formally or
				informally, with any other member(s) of the Commission regarding the proposed
				business transaction; seek to influence in any manner the vote of the
				Commission with regard to the proposed business transaction; vote as a member
				of the Commission on the proposed business transaction; or thereafter play any
				role whatsoever as a member of the Commission with regard to the business
				transaction between the Commission and the business entity of which the member
				is a fiduciary.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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				  seq.
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Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) The Chairman shall determine a maximum
				reasonable representation for meetings and events and appoint board members
				and/or employees to attend.
(2)
				Employees and Commission members required to travel in the performance of
				official duties and entitled to reimbursement for actual expenses incurred
				shall receive authorization from the Commission Chairman or designated employee
				prior to performing the travel.
(3)
				Blanket in-state routine travel authorization may be granted for
				employees.
(4) All out-of-state
				travel shall be specifically authorized by the Chairman prior to each trip. All
				requests for out-of-state travel will be made in writing on forms provided for
				that purpose by the Department. Travel requests should be submitted well in
				advance. (5) Information to be provided for travel authorization should
				include:
(a) destination;
(b) date and duration of trip;
(c) documentation of most economical mode of
				travel;
(d) estimated
				cost;
(e) general purpose of the
				travel.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.23 - Travel Advances

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Reasonable amounts may be advanced for travel expenses upon
				  approval of the Chairman in accordance with current state travel policy.
				  Appropriate forms will be supplied for this purpose by the
				  Department.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.24 - Meals for Meetings and Guests

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) Board members and designated employees,
				when necessary and justification exists, may be reimbursed for group meals for
				themselves and business clients and employees to breakfast, lunch or dinner for
				the purpose of transacting business in accordance with current state travel
				policy.
(2) Incidental expenses in
				conjunction with meetings are permissible. Examples of permissible incidental
				expenses include, but are not limited to:
(a)
				projection equipment and screen rental;
(b) room rental;
(c) room use charge.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.25 - Registration Fees

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Registration for conventions, meetings, classes, dues for
				  professional organizations, etc.:
(a)
				Shall be approved by the Commission on an individual basis;
(b) If paid by claimant who is claiming
				reimbursement for a registration fee, etc. on a travel expense voucher, a
				receipt or check substantiating payment must be attached:
(c) Cost of meals which are indicated on
				registration form are acceptable if within reason.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
(1) All expense claims shall be submitted and
				reimbursed in accordance with the current state travel policy. Expenses claimed
				must be incurred for Commission business and shall not contain expenses
				submitted to or paid in total or in part by another person.
(2) Headquarters for Commission employees
				will be the official business address of the Commission, unless otherwise
				specified Official headquarters for producer members will be their home
				address. Each member and employee, when making a claim for travel expenses,
				must show his/her headquarters on the expense claim.
(3) No more than actual fare on any
				transportation service shall be allowed. All Commission members and employees
				should make efforts to obtain lowest fares available on all modes of
				transportation.
(4) The approved
				travel request form and a copy of the flight coupon should be attached to the
				travel expense claim.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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				  seq.
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Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Commission vehicles are to be used for official Commission
				  business. Commission vehicles provided to an employee for commuting as well as
				  any other personal use are considered a fringe benefit by the Internal Revenue
				  Service. The employee is required to maintain records to indicate personal use
				  and business use of the automobile. Employee is requested to provide the total
				  business miles driven and total personal miles driven (all commuting between
				  home and place of business as well as other personal use is considered personal
				  use mileage). The fair market value of a Commission vehicle will be determined
				  by using IRS provided lease values based on the year, make and model of the
				  vehicle. This information will be submitted monthly on a reporting form
				  supplied by the Department.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.28 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
et
				  seq.
Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia › Department 40 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE › Chapter 40-26 - AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS › Subject 40-26-1 - GEORGIA AGRICULTURAL COMMODITY COMMISSIONS ADMINISTRATIVE RULES › Rule 40-26-1-.29 - Repealed

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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				  seq.
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Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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				  seq.
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Current through Rules and Regulations filed through June 27, 2024
Commission and Advisory Board Member Per Diem and Expenses
				  should be handled the same and should follow IRS guidelines:
(a) The daily per diem rate shall be set by
				each Commission not to exceed the per diem allowed members of the Georgia
				General Assembly.
(b) Commission
				and Advisory Board members shall be entitled to a daily per diem and expenses
				when engaged in official Commission business as a designated representative
				appointed by the Commission Chairman.
O.C.G.A.
				  2-8-1,
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				  seq.