Sen. RaShaun Kemp Introduces Resolution Urging Accountability for Federal Immigration Detention Facilities

ATLANTA (March 2, 2026) - Sen. RaShaun Kemp (D-Atlanta) recently introduced Senate Resolution 810 to emphasize the importance of transparency, community engagement, environmental stewardship and congressional oversight related to the proposed development or expansion of federal immigration detention facilities in Georgia. This measure aims to build on the federal efforts of U.S. Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-GA), who filed an amendment that would block the purchase of warehouses to be used as detention centers in Social Circle and Oakwood, Georgia.

"Communities across Georgia are demanding dignity, fairness and openness in the face of policies that have too often led to the unjust treatment of immigrant families," said Sen. Kemp. "If the federal government is considering the development or expansion of detention facilities in our state, those decisions should be made openly, with meaningful community engagement and proper oversight. Projects of this magnitude should never move forward in a way that leaves residents feeling powerless while life-altering decisions are made behind closed doors.

While the federal government has authority over immigration policy, that authority does not negate the responsibility to provide clear information and collaborate with impacted communities. Georgia families deserve to know what is happening in their neighborhoods, and transparency and accountability are essential to building trust between residents and government at every level."

SR 810 is assigned to the Senate Committee on Public Safety, where it awaits further deliberation.

More information on this resolution can be found here.

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Sen. RaShaun Kemp represents the 38^th Senate District, which includes a portion of Fulton County. He may be reached by phone at (404) 656-0105 or by email at [email protected].

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