Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8; Title 12 and Title 50.

Tennessee HB1705 mandates that, starting July 1, 2026, all state and local governmental employers must verify the work authorization status of prospective employees using the federal E-Verify program before hiring. The bill affects state and local governments in Tennessee and includes provisions for enforcement by the attorney general, allowing for the withholding of state funds from noncompliant local governments. Key changes include the establishment of a compliance requirement and the associated penalties for noncompliance.