Stop State-Mandated Immigration Enforcement Partnerships

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Tennessee lawmakers are taking up SB 2223/HB 2219, which would mandate all Tennessee counties to enter 287(g) agreements, contracts that require them to collaborate with ICE on immigration enforcement. The bill penalizes those that fail to comply by withholding tax revenues and state grants. 287(g) agreements would make it easier for ICE to work with local police and sheriff departments, using our local taxpayer dollars and resources to support federal deportation efforts. Please note: This link will take you to a third-party website, tn.gov.

The dangers of SB 2223/HB 2219 are clear. Provisions of this bill include:

Erosion of local control: This bill limits the ability of cities and counties to set policies that reflect the needs of their communities, as law enforcement 287(g) agreements are not subject to local government approval. Forcing local law enforcement to act as federal immigration agents requires officers to interpret and enforce complex federal laws outside their training and typical responsibilities.
Undermining community trust and safety: Studies of the 287(g) program have long shown that it undermines public safety by decreasing trust in local law enforcement and diverting resources away from investigation of serious crimes. Many law enforcement leaders have joined civil rights groups in calling for its termination.
Misuse of taxpayer dollars: Taxpayer dollars are better spent investing in programs that actually keep our communities safe – not fueling the Trump administration's plans to deport immigrants who contribute to our communities and our economy.

Tell your legislators to vote "No" on SB 2223/HB 2219.

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Your State Senator and Representative

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The dangers of SB 2223/HB 2219 are clear. Provisions of this bill include:

Erosion of local control: This bill limits the ability of cities and counties to set policies that reflect the needs of their communities, as law enforcement 287(g) agreements are not subject to local government approval. Forcing local law enforcement to act as federal immigration agents requires officers to interpret and enforce complex federal laws outside their training and typical responsibilities.
Undermining community trust and safety: Studies of the 287(g) program have long shown that it undermines public safety by decreasing trust in local law enforcement and diverting resources away from investigation of serious crimes. Many law enforcement leaders have joined civil rights groups in calling for its termination.
Misuse of taxpayer dollars: Taxpayer dollars are better spent investing in programs that actually keep our communities safe – not fueling the Trump administration's plans to deport immigrants who contribute to our communities and our economy.

Tell your legislators to vote "No" on SB 2223/HB 2219.

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Your State Senator and Representative

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I urge you to vote "No" on SB 2223/HB 2219.

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This bill would place unnecessary economic strain on local Tennessee communities by diverting local resources toward federal immigration enforcement efforts.

When programs like 287(g) are required, a significant local investment of time, personnel, and taxpayer dollars is wasted when law enforcement are diverted away from addressing serious crime and community needs. Our local communities cannot afford such a loss in time and resources.

When local law enforcement is forced to enter into costly and complex agreements, community trust and safety are undermined. This has real social and economic consequences. People are less likely to report crimes or cooperate with law enforcement and public safety declines, making communities less stable and less attractive for businesses and new workers.

At a time when many Tennessee communities are already facing budget constraints, we should be prioritizing smart investments that strengthen our workforce and support economic growth, not imposing costly mandates that weaken our local economies.

I urge you to vote "No" on SB 2223/HB 2219. Thank you for your consideration.

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Stop State-Mandated Immigration Enforcement Partnerships

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