Immigration - As enacted, requires a memorandum of understanding entered between certain law enforcement agencies and federal officials concerning enforcement of federal immigration laws to include a requirement that the agency accept and honor any immigration detainer received from federal immigration authorities. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 7; Title 38 and Title 41.

Summary

The bill amends state statutes to require any law‑enforcement agency that has a memorandum of understanding with federal immigration officials to accept and hold individuals subject to an immigration detainer for up to 48 hours, excluding weekends and holidays. It applies to all Tennessee agencies covered by such agreements and takes effect on July 1, 2026. The change is intended to increase cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.

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