Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 21: Local Governments; violation of the prohibition on immigration sanctuary policies; waive sovereign and governmental immunities

Passed one chamber Last action March 19, 2026: House Withdrawn, Recommitted

Plain-language summary

SB 21 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on January 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Local Governments; violation of the prohibition on immigration sanctuary policies; waive sovereign and governmental immunities. Primary sponsor: Blake Tillery (Republican), Matt Brass (Republican), Larry Walker (Republican), Marty Harbin (Republican), Max Burns (Republican), Shawn Still (Republican), Jason Anavitarte (Republican), Bo Hatchett (Republican), Brandon Beach, Chuck Hufstetler (Republican), Carden Summers (Republican), Steve Gooch (Republican), John F. Kennedy, Randy Robertson (Republican), Ed Setzler (Republican), Greg Dolezal (Republican), Brian Strickland (Republican), Drew Echols (Republican), Colton Moore, Clint Dixon (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 19, 2026): House Withdrawn, Recommitted.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Blake Tillery (Republican); Matt Brass (Republican); Larry Walker (Republican); Marty Harbin (Republican); and 16 more.