Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

HB 1937: Immigration - As introduced, enacts the “Tennessee Freedom from Unlawful Immigration Detention Act.” - Amends TCA Title 7; Title 8; Title 38; Title 40 and Title 41.

In committee Last action March 17, 2026: Failed in s/c Departments & Agencies Subcommittee of State & Local Government Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 1937 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Immigration - As introduced, enacts the “Tennessee Freedom from Unlawful Immigration Detention Act.” - Amends TCA Title 7; Title 8; Title 38; Title 40 and Title 41. Primary sponsor: Gabby Salinas (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 17, 2026): Failed in s/c Departments & Agencies Subcommittee of State & Local Government Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Gabby Salinas (Democratic).