Georgia Encampment Lawsuit Bill HB 295
Key Questions
What is Georgia HB 295?
HB 295 is a bill passed by Georgia lawmakers that allows property owners to sue cities over homeless encampments and failures in immigration enforcement. It signals increasing state pressure on local governments to address these issues.
What does HB 295 allow property owners to do?
The bill permits property owners to file claims against cities for not adequately addressing homeless encampments. It also covers failures in immigration enforcement.
What is the current status of HB 295?
Georgia lawmakers have passed the bill, but it awaits Governor Kemp's signature or potential veto. It advanced amid support from groups like the Cicero Institute and opposition from Democrats.
On Gov. Kemp's desk after passing both chambers Apr 2026; property owners can sue cities over encampments/immigration non-enforcement. Kemp weighs veto amid Cicero push, Dem opposition (Gwinnett Housing slams as court diversion vs housing/mental health), business crime vs shelter needs/Atlanta tragedy. Signals rising punitive state pressures.