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Posted by: Azya Thornton on Nov 15, 2024

Immigration is poised to be a key issue in Tennessee’s legislature this year, with several bills already proposed ahead of the upcoming session. State Rep. Todd Warner, R-Chapel Hill, has proposed a bill that would require law enforcement to transport undocumented individuals to “sanctuary cities,” which offer protections to undocumented immigrants. Another bill, introduced by Rep. Scott Cepicky, R-Culleoka, would direct the state to redesign drivers licenses, permits and other state-issued IDs to clearly distinguish between U.S. citizens and noncitizens. The Nashville Banner reports on both proposals.