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Georgia Senate Proposes Bills to Regulate ICE Operations

1/16/2026

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On January 13, 2026, Georgia Senate Democrats announced four bills to regulate Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.
Sen. Kim Jackson (D-Ga.) emphasized transparency and trust in law enforcement in areas with significant immigrant communities.
The bills would establish protocols for ICE presence in schools and places of worship.
The bills would allow suits for rights violations and require elected officials' approval before deploying the National Guard.

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Story summary

On January 13, 2026, Georgia Senate Democrats announced four bills to regulate Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.
Sen. Kim Jackson (D-Ga.) emphasized transparency and trust in law enforcement in areas with significant immigrant communities.
The bills would establish protocols for ICE presence in schools and places of worship.
The bills would allow suits for rights violations and require elected officials' approval before deploying the National Guard.