Democratic Georgia lawmakers announced four bills Tuesday introducing rules for how Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers and other federal agents could operate in Georgia.
The bills propose clear identification of ICE agents, legal protocol around immigration agents in places like schools and places of worship, the ability to bring a personal lawsuit against federal agents if they violate civilian rights during immigration enforcement, and permission from elected officials before the National Guard can be deployed within Georgia.
The lawmakers said at a press conference Tuesday they want to address a growing environment of fear within the state’s immigrant community and prevent further violence between immigration officers and civilians.
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