SB 116: DNA Sampling; the collection of DNA samples from any individual in a detention facility charged with a misdemeanor or felony who is subject to an immigration detainer notice; require

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 3 of Title 35 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to DNA sampling, collection, and analysis, so as to require the collection of DNA samples from any individual in a detention facility charged with a misdemeanor or felony who is subject to an immigration detainer notice; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

Sponsors

Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 11

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. March 12, 2026House Committee Favorably Reported
2. March 3, 2026House Second Readers
3. February 26, 2026House First Readers
4. February 25, 2026Senate Passed/Adopted By Substitute
5. February 25, 2026Senate Third Read
6. February 4, 2026Senate Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
7. February 3, 2026Senate Recommitted
8. January 29, 2026Senate Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
9. January 12, 2026Senate Recommitted
10. February 21, 2025Senate Read Second Time
11. February 20, 2025Senate Committee Favorably Reported
12. February 10, 2025Senate Read and Referred

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