Law Enforcement Officers and Agencies; use of immigration detention centers in this state for two years; prohibit

Also relevant to:Immigrant / non-citizen

Where it is in the process

Plain-English Summary

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 1 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding law enforcement officers and agencies, so as to prohibit the use of immigration detention centers in this state for two years; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Source: OpenStates · fetched February 18, 2026

Who it affects

Immigrant / non-citizen

Prohibits the use of immigration detention centers in the state for two years, which may impact the conditions and availability of detention for immigrants.

Undocumented / DACA / TPS

Prohibits the use of immigration detention centers in the state for two years, which may impact the conditions and availability of detention for undocumented individuals.

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Who This AffectsAI analysis

Immigrant / non-citizendirectModerate impactHigh certainty
Prohibits the use of immigration detention centers in the state for two years, which may impact the conditions and availability of detention for immigrants.
“prohibit the use of immigration detention centers in this state for two years”· Title 35, Chapter 1
Undocumented / DACA / TPSdirectModerate impactHigh certainty
Prohibits the use of immigration detention centers in the state for two years, which may impact the conditions and availability of detention for undocumented individuals.
“prohibit the use of immigration detention centers in this state for two years”· Title 35, Chapter 1

What the Bill Does

Prohibits the use of immigration detention centers in Georgia for a period of two years.
Provides definitions related to the prohibition.
Repeals conflicting laws.

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