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TN SB2497

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Sara Kyle

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Origin

Senate

114th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from entering and conducting law enforcement activities in healthcare facilities, physician's offices, and shelters located in Tennessee

  • Healthcare facilities covered include hospitals, medical treatment centers, and institutions operated by the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services or the Department of Disability and Aging

  • Shelters covered include public or private nonprofit facilities providing temporary housing to persons experiencing homelessness or domestic violence

  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law

Legislative Description

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 33; Title 38; Title 52; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to the bureau of immigration and customs enforcement.

Immigration

Last Action

Placed on Senate State and Local Government Committee calendar for 3/17/2026

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

State and Local Government2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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