In addition to complying with the laws of this state relative to the operation of tobacco warehouses, local boards of trade may require membership in good standing in the local board of trade as a condition to participate in the business of operating a tobacco warehouse in such municipality; and, in addition thereto, a state-wide corporation or association, as provided in this part, may require membership in such state-wide organization as a condition to participate in the business of operating a tobacco warehouse in this state; and such requirements shall be deemed reasonable requirements by the board of trade or state-wide organization.
(Ga. L. 1962, p. 102, § 5; Ga. L. 1972, p. 918, § 4.)