GA HB1053

Repeals existing Georgia laws requiring local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities, including provisions for immigration detainers, verification of immigration status during criminal investigations, and mandatory reporting on foreign-born inmates

Eliminates the prohibition on "sanctuary policies" by local governments, removing penalties and funding withholding provisions for jurisdictions that previously limited immigration enforcement cooperation

Creates a new certification process for crime victims seeking U visas or T visas (for victims of qualifying crimes or human trafficking), requiring law enforcement agencies to complete certification forms within 90 business days (or 21 days for expedited cases)

Establishes a rebuttable presumption that crime victims are helpful to investigations when completing visa certification forms, and grants agencies immunity from liability for good faith compliance with the certification process

Removes requirements for jails and detention facilities to verify immigration status, contact federal immigration authorities, provide interpreters for immigration-related communications, and submit quarterly compliance reports on immigration-related activities