Immigration board dismisses complaint against Vidalia
A state panel charged with helping enforce Georgia’s immigration laws has dismissed a complaint against Vidalia.
The Immigration Enforcement Review Board voted unanimously Thursday to dismiss the complaint, indicating it did not find evidence the “Sweet Onion City” has a policy of shielding illegal immigrants.
Michael Dale Smith of Twin City accused the city in rural Toombs County of giving illegal immigrants safe harbor by allowing them to live, travel and work within the city limits. The city denied those allegations. In June, the board appointed a group to look into the complaint.
State law prohibits government agencies from enacting “sanctuary policies” that bar officials from cooperating with federal authorities in reporting immigration status information.
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