HB2165Withdrawn

Amends TCA Title 7 and Title 8.

Tennessee HB2165 amends the Tennessee Code Annotated by removing the classification of a local government official's affirmative vote for the adoption of a prohibited sanctuary policy as a Class E felony. This change affects local government officials involved in the decision-making process regarding sanctuary policies. The key provision of the bill is the elimination of the criminal penalty associated with such votes.

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Overview

Tennessee HB2165 amends the Tennessee Code Annotated by removing the classification of a local government official's affirmative vote for the adoption of a prohibited sanctuary policy as a Class E felony. This change affects local government officials involved in the decision-making process regarding sanctuary policies. The key provision of the bill is the elimination of the criminal penalty associated with such votes.

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Sponsor

Barrett, Jody

Details
Session

114th General Assembly

Introduced

February 2, 2026

Last Action

February 5, 2026

P2C, caption bill, held on desk - pending amdt.

Subjects
Local Government, General

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