4/14/08-A bill has died that sought to prohibit government agencies from enacting policies that give sanctuary to illegal immigrants. The House didn’t agree to Senate changes in the bill – SB340.

2/20/08-The Senate voted 45-8 to approve a bill that would prohibit government agencies from enacting policies that give sanctuary to illegal immigrants. It now moves to the House.
Sponsored by Sen. Chip Pearson, R-Dawsonville, SB340 would cut state funding to local governments that do not cooperate with federal officials trying to enforce immigration laws.
The bill is awaiting consideration in the House Judiciary Committee. For bill status, call (404) 656-5040.