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IntroducedJan 20, 2026
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Passed Senate
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Passed House
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Became Law
Tennessee Senate Bill
Immigration - As introduced, creates the Class A misdemeanor of intentionally failing or refusing to depart when a final order of removal is outstanding; creates the Class A misdemeanor of intentionally entering, attempting to enter, or being found in this state after being denied admission, excluded, deported, or removed from the United States, - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 7; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40 and Title 41.
Last Action See all actions
Senate • Jan 22, 2026: Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
Latest Bill Text See all bill texts
Feb 11, 2026 09:00am
House Hearing Room II
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- Jan 22, 2026 | Senate
- Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
- Jan 21, 2026 | Senate
- Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
- Jan 20, 2026 | Senate
- Filed for introduction
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