SB 1219 Tennessee Senate · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Local Education Agencies - As introduced, requires directors of schools and directors of public charter schools to immediately notify all students, parents, educators, employees, and contractors of the local education agency or public charter school of the presence of an immigration officer on school grounds. - Amends Chapter __ of the Public Acts of 2025 (1st Ex. Sess. – SB 6002 / HB 6001); and TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 8 and Title 49.

SB 1219 requires public school districts and charter schools in Tennessee to immediately inform students, parents, teachers, staff, and contractors when an immigration officer (such as ICE or CBP personnel) is present on school property. The bill mandates that school directors notify all affected individuals without delay, overriding certain existing laws about school safety protocols. It explicitly states that this notification requirement does not make schools "sanctuary" facilities or subject staff to penalties for following this rule. The law applies directly to all public schools and charter schools across Tennessee, changing how they handle immigration enforcement interactions on campus.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2025 Last action Feb 12, 2025
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Feb 12, 2025
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Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Education Committee
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Feb 10, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
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Charlane Oliver
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