Immigration - As introduced, prohibits the bureau of immigration and customs enforcement of the United States department of homeland security from entering into and conducting law enforcement activities in a healthcare facility, physician's office, or a shelter located in this state. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 33; Title 38; Title 52; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71.

SB 2497 prohibits U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from entering or conducting law enforcement activities in Tennessee healthcare facilities, physician offices, or shelters. It defines "healthcare facility" to include hospitals and mental health centers, "physician" as a licensed medical or osteopathic doctor, and "shelter" as facilities serving homeless individuals or domestic violence survivors. The bill amends multiple Tennessee code sections to enforce this restriction, applying to all such locations within the state. It takes effect immediately upon becoming law, creating a clear legal boundary for federal immigration enforcement in these settings.