Senate Bill 750, also known as House Bill 833, amends various sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated to enhance the reporting and monitoring of interactions between law enforcement agencies and illegal aliens. The bill mandates that each law enforcement agency, excluding the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI), report monthly to the Department of Safety on their encounters with illegal aliens. These reports must detail the date of the interaction, the number of illegal aliens involved, and any identification documents found. Additionally, if an illegal alien is arrested and suspected of possessing fake identification, the officer is required to confiscate those documents and include that information in the report. The Department of Safety is tasked with standardizing the reporting process and using the collected data to create a comprehensive report on illegal alien presence and activity in Tennessee.
Furthermore, the Department of Safety is required to provide an annual report to the General Assembly by December 1, or upon request, which will assess the population of illegal aliens in the state and analyze any associated criminal enterprises. This report will also include a threat analysis while ensuring that ongoing investigations are not compromised. The bill emphasizes collaboration between the Department of Safety and law enforcement agencies to address issues related to illegal aliens and their unlawful activities effectively. The definition of "illegal alien" is specified as individuals who enter or reside in the United States without federal authorization. The act will take effect upon becoming law.