Immigration - As enacted, 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.

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The bill makes it a misdemeanor for an alien with a final removal order to intentionally stay in Tennessee beyond 90 days, and for an alien who has been denied entry, excluded, deported or removed to intentionally enter or try to enter the state without prior consent. Courts must pause the case if the person has not exhausted all federal appeals. The law takes effect on July 1, 2026, with some provisions triggered earlier by specific federal rulings.

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