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TN HB1037
Bill
Status
2/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Johnny Garrett
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AI Summary
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Defines "unauthorized alien" as a person unlawfully present in the United States according to the federal Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. § 1101 et seq.)
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Prohibits unauthorized aliens from having legal standing to file or appear as plaintiffs in civil actions under Title 29 of Tennessee Code (which covers legal actions and proceedings)
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law under the public welfare exception
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Amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 20, Chapter 1 by adding a new section specifically addressing civil lawsuit standing
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 8; Title 16; Title 20; Title 28 and Title 29, relative to persons unlawfully present in this state.
Civil Procedure
Last Action
Assigned to s/c Civil Justice Subcommittee
2/11/2025