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This bill, titled the "Federal Enforcement Accountability and Community Protection Act," aims to increase transparency and accountability when federal law enforcement actions in Tennessee result in death or serious bodily injury to residents, referred to as a "critical incident." It clarifies that Tennessee is not obligated to provide state resources, such as personnel, facilities, or funding, to federal enforcement operations beyond what federal law requires. If a state or local law enforcement official becomes aware of a critical incident, they must notify the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI), the district attorney general, and the local chief law enforcement official within 24 hours, detailing the incident's time, location, nature, and any involvement of state or local resources. The TBI is then mandated to conduct an independent review of these critical incidents, assessing factors like foreseeability of harm and de-escalation opportunities, and publish the findings online within 90 days, while also submitting an annual report to state leadership. Importantly, state and local agencies are prohibited from providing non-emergency state resources to federal agencies involved in a critical incident until this independent review is complete, though they can still provide necessary emergency resources or comply with federal law or court orders. The bill also encourages federal agencies to use de-escalation techniques and prohibits state and local agencies from detaining, questioning, searching, or using force against individuals solely for being present at or observing a federal enforcement action, unless required by federal law or a court order. Finally, it protects state or local government employees who in good faith report violations of this act and explicitly states that the act does not expand federal authority, authorize state prosecution of federal officers, limit constitutional rights, or impede federal law enforcement actions, but rather governs the use of state resources and ensures transparency.

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https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=SB2289&ga=114