Bill allowing Georgia property owners to sue over homelessness, immigration clears House

By: Alander Rocha

Outlets: Georgia Recorder

Published: March 5, 2026

Words: 829

Last Updated: 6 days, 3 hours ago

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The Georgia House of Representatives passed a measure Wednesday that could allow property owners to sue city and county governments if they fail to enforce state laws related to homelessness, public safety and immigration.

House Bill 295, sponsored by Athens Republican Rep. Houston Gaines, passed with a 98-75 vote, clearing the lower chamber just ahead of a key legislative deadline. It now moves to the Senate for consideration.

The bill targets local governments that …

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