Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

SB 565: Peace Officers; the definition of law enforcement unit and peace officer to include members of police forces of nonprofit private colleges and universities; revise

Passed one chamber Last action March 19, 2026: House Committee Favorably Reported

Plain-language summary

SB 565 is a bill introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 24, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Peace Officers; the definition of law enforcement unit and peace officer to include members of police forces of nonprofit private colleges and universities; revise. Primary sponsor: Randy Robertson (Republican), Jason Anavitarte (Republican), John Albers (Republican), Brian Strickland (Republican), Bo Hatchett (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 19, 2026): House Committee Favorably Reported.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Randy Robertson (Republican); Jason Anavitarte (Republican); John Albers (Republican); Brian Strickland (Republican); and 1 more.