Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 33; Title 38; Title 52; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71.
Tennessee HB2249 prohibits the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement from conducting law enforcement activities in hospitals, physician's offices, or shelters within the state. This bill affects healthcare facilities and shelters by restricting federal immigration enforcement actions in these locations. Key provisions include the explicit ban on ICE operations in designated sensitive areas to protect individuals seeking medical care or shelter.
Tennessee HB2249 prohibits the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement from conducting law enforcement activities in hospitals, physician's offices, or shelters within the state. This bill affects healthcare facilities and shelters by restricting federal immigration enforcement actions in these locations. Key provisions include the explicit ban on ICE operations in designated sensitive areas to protect individuals seeking medical care or shelter.
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Johnson, Gloria
114th General Assembly
February 2, 2026
March 17, 2026
Failed in s/c Departments & Agencies Subcommittee of State & Local Government Committee