Protect Constitutional Rights and Fair Treatment of Immigrants in Tennessee

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Tennessee lawmakers are considering a dangerous amendment to a bill (SB 1087/HB 177) that could pave the way for the state to set its own immigration policies beyond what is permissible under federal law. This bill blatantly ignores the U.S. Supreme Court’s clear ruling that setting comprehensive immigration policy is exclusively a federal responsibility.

We must act urgently to protect our constitutional rights and prevent our communities from being torn apart by unfair, unconstitutional practices.

SB 1087/HB 177 is not only wrong – it’s in direct defiance of Supreme Court precedent. We oppose this bill because:

States do not have the authority to set their own comprehensive immigration policies beyond what is permitted under federal law.
Bills like SB 1087/HB 177 lead to increased discrimination, racial profiling, and unjust treatment of community members.
This legislation would erode community trust in law enforcement, making it less likely for crime victims and witnesses to come forward, in turn making all of us less safe.
This bill will waste taxpayer dollars on expensive and unnecessary legal battles.

Tennesseans deserve policies that uphold the Constitution, protect civil rights, and respect every individual in our community. This affects all of us.

Get more details on SB 1087/HB 177 and how you can help at our Legislative Action Center.

Speak up now! Tell your legislators to oppose SB 1087/HB 177 and defend constitutional rights and fair treatment of immigrants in Tennessee!

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I urge you to vote "NO" on SB 1087/HB 177, a bill that directly contradicts the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling that setting comprehensive immigration policy is solely a federal responsibility.

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Protect Constitutional Rights and Fair Treatment of Immigrants in Tennessee

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