TN SB1699This bill aims to prevent the use of certain public places, such as schools and religious institutions, for civil immigration enforcement activities. It also requires state departments to provide information to the public about their rights when dealing with federal agents regarding immigration issues.
TN SB1699 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Raumesh Akbari (D), currently “Introduced” since January 15, 2026.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 237 of them sponsored by Raumesh Akbari.
Supporters of the bill argue that it protects vulnerable communities by ensuring that public spaces remain safe and accessible for everyone, regardless of immigration status. They believe it promotes trust between immigrant communities and local authorities, encouraging cooperation and safety.
Critics of the bill contend that it undermines immigration enforcement and could lead to a lack of accountability for individuals who may be in the country illegally. They argue that it could create a sanctuary environment that complicates law enforcement efforts and public safety.
The bill SB1699 addresses immigration enforcement activities and prohibits the use of certain public properties for civil immigration enforcement. The sponsor, Raumesh Akbari, is an attorney and self-employed at Akbari Law, but there are no direct overlaps between her personal financial interests and the industries affected by this bill. Her involvement in law does not indicate a direct financial benefit from the bill's provisions, which focus on immigration enforcement rather than legal services or representation that she might provide.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Attorney | Lawyers/Law Firms | AI-researched |
| Employer | Self-employed at Akbari Law | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Board Member | Board member of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | AKBARI CORPORATION | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | DELIVER THE AMERICAN DREAM | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Law, HAIR, COSMETOLOGY, BEAUTY, PUBLIC POLICY | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: AKBARI PAC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
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About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
What does TN SB1699 do?
This bill aims to prevent the use of certain public places, such as schools and religious institutions, for civil immigration enforcement activities. It also requires state departments to provide information to the public about their rights when dealing with federal agents regarding immigration issues.
What is the status of TN SB1699?
TN SB1699 is currently “Introduced” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SB1699?
Raumesh Akbari (D) sponsored TN SB1699.
