Georgia HR1246: National Canned Food Month in the State of Georgia; February; recognize

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing of February as National Canned Food Month in the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing of February as National Canned Food Month in the State of Georgia; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, February is nationally recognized as National Canned Food Month, an observance established in 1987 to highlight the nutritional value, affordability, convenience, and extended shelf life of canned foods; and WHEREAS, canned foods serve as an important, accessible, and shelf-stable source of nutrition for many individuals and families, including those experiencing food insecurity; and WHEREAS, the extended shelf life of canned foods makes them particularly well suited for donation to food banks and food pantries, especially during winter months when charitable food donations often decline; and WHEREAS, food banks, schools, faith-based organizations, local businesses, and community groups frequently organize voluntary canned food drives during this period to support community members in need. H. R. 1246 LC 129 0893 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize February as National Canned Food Month and encourage voluntary community participation in canned food drives and other charitable hunger-relief efforts. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the press. H. R. 1246

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Sponsors

• Sylvia Baker (D) · primary sponsor
• Imani Barnes (D, 86)
• Demetrius Douglas (D, 78)
• McCollum, Derrick (R, 30)
• Ali, Akbar (D)

Latest actions

1. February 9, 2026: House Second Readers
2. February 6, 2026: House First Readers
3. February 5, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR1246?

HR1246 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): National Canned Food Month in the State of Georgia; February; recognize.

What does HR1246 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing of February as National Canned Food Month in the State of Georgia; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1246?

In committee as of February 9, 2026. Latest action: House Second Readers (February 9, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1246?

Sylvia Baker (D), with 4 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1246?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72905