Georgia legislation · 2025-2026 Regular Session
Georgia HB1310: State symbols; cotton as official state fabric; designate
Status: Signed into law, May 6, 2026
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 3 of Chapter 3 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to other state symbols, so as to designate cotton as the official state fabric; to provide legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
What the bill says
To amend Article 3 of Chapter 3 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to other state symbols, so as to designate cotton as the official state fabric; to provide legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
From the introduced text:
A BILL TO BE ENTITLED To amend Article 3 of Chapter 3 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to other state symbols, so as to designate cotton as the official state fabric; to provide legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes. BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA: SECTION 1. The General Assembly of Georgia finds that: (1) Cotton is a natural fiber used for cloth, batting, and bindings. The fabric is made from either the weaving or knitting process; (2) In clothing, it is known for its breathability, allowing air to circulate freely around the skin. Cotton helps regulate body temperature, keeping skin cool and dry; (3) Cotton is hypoallergenic and wearing it reduces skin irritations and is oftentimes recommended by dermatologists; (4) Wearing cotton prevents the addition of harmful microplastics to our air and water that synthetic fiber leaves behind, leading to cleaner, healthier communities; H. B. 1310 LC 60 0287 (5) Around one million acres of cotton is grown in nearly 100 of Georgia's 159 counties every year contributing over $3 billion annually to the economy of this state; (6) Cotton is a vital component to healthy rural Georgia economies, which are based on stable farm incomes; and (7) May cotton continue …
Sponsors
- Watson, Sam (R, 11) · primary sponsor
- Jaclyn Ford (R, 170) · primary sponsor
- Robert Dickey (R, 134)
- Steven Meeks (R, 178)
- Angela O'Steen (R, 169)
- Al Williams (D, 168)
- Cannon, Chas (R, 172)
Latest actions
- : Effective Date
- : Act 430
- : House Date Signed by Governor
- : House Sent to Governor
- : Senate Passed/Adopted
- : Senate Third Read
- : Senate Taken from Table
- : Senate Tabled
- : Senate Read Second Time
- : Senate Committee Favorably Reported
Votes
- Senate Vote #981 (April 2, 2026): 50 yea, 1 nay, passed
- House Vote #592 (March 3, 2026): 158 yea, 0 nay, passed
Common questions
- What is HB1310?
- HB1310 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): State symbols; cotton as official state fabric; designate.
- What does HB1310 do?
- In its own words: To amend Article 3 of Chapter 3 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to other state symbols, so as to designate cotton as the official state fabric; to provide legislative findings; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
- What is the status of HB1310?
- Signed into law as of May 6, 2026. Latest action: Effective Date (July 1, 2026).
- Who sponsored HB1310?
- Watson, Sam (R, 11), with 6 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HB1310?
- On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73198
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