HB1937Failed

Tennessee Freedom from Unlawful Immigration Detention Act

Amends TCA Title 7; Title 8; Title 38; Title 40 and Title 41.

HB1937, titled the "Tennessee Freedom from Unlawful Immigration Detention Act," seeks to amend various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA) related to immigration detention. The bill primarily affects individuals detained for immigration-related reasons, aiming to establish protections against unlawful detention practices. Key provisions include defining unlawful immigration detention and outlining the rights of individuals in such circumstances.

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Overview

HB1937, titled the "Tennessee Freedom from Unlawful Immigration Detention Act," seeks to amend various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA) related to immigration detention. The bill primarily affects individuals detained for immigration-related reasons, aiming to establish protections against unlawful detention practices. Key provisions include defining unlawful immigration detention and outlining the rights of individuals in such circumstances.

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Sponsor

Salinas, Gabby

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

January 22, 2026

Last Action

March 17, 2026

Failed in s/c Departments & Agencies Subcommittee of State & Local Government Committee

Subjects
ImmigrationTitles, ShortSheriffsPoliceLaw EnforcementJails, Local Lock-ups

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