HB1706

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 55, Chapter 50, relative to unlawful presence in the United States.

Complete·5/27/26

Establishes civil penalties and qui tam enforcement for employers allowing unlawful aliens to operate commercial vehicles.

The bill amends Tennessee law to establish civil penalties and qui tam enforcement for employers who knowingly allow unlawful aliens to operate commercial motor vehicles. It allows the attorney general and reporter to sue employers and states that issue licenses to unlawful aliens. It also allows individuals to bring civil actions on behalf of the state and for themselves, with potential for compensation. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

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3 Nay

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History

May 27

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 1070

Apr 21

House

Comp. SB subst.

Apr 21

House

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