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This bill modifies Tennessee law enforcement requirements regarding communication about immigration status, mandating that law enforcement agencies and officials communicate with federal officials about the immigration status of individuals who have been arrested for criminal offenses, in accordance with federal law (8 U.S.C. § 1357(g)(10)). The bill specifically exempts school resource officers from reporting student immigration status and individuals who are victims or witnesses and have not been arrested. If a law enforcement agency fails to comply with these communication requirements, they can be subject to a civil penalty of up to $1,000, which would be enforced by the Tennessee Attorney General. The law provides clear guidelines about when and how law enforcement must interact with federal immigration authorities, focusing specifically on individuals who have been arrested for criminal offenses. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, giving agencies time to prepare for and implement these new requirements.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0017&ga=114