TN SB1973The Tennessee Freedom from Unlawful Immigration Detention Act aims to change certain laws related to immigration detention in Tennessee. It seeks to ensure that individuals are not held in detention unlawfully and outlines the rights and protections for those facing immigration issues. This act amends several sections of the Tennessee Code to support these goals.
TN SB1973 is a senate bill in the Tennessee 114th General Assembly, sponsored by Raumesh Akbari (D), currently “Introduced” since January 22, 2026.
We track 9,160 Tennessee bills this session, 237 of them sponsored by Raumesh Akbari.
Supporters of the Tennessee Freedom from Unlawful Immigration Detention Act argue that it protects the rights of individuals and ensures fair treatment under the law. They believe it promotes justice and prevents wrongful detention, aligning with Tennessee's values of freedom and fairness for all residents.
Critics of the bill contend that the Tennessee Freedom from Unlawful Immigration Detention Act could undermine law enforcement efforts and create loopholes that allow individuals to evade immigration laws. They argue that it may complicate the process of addressing illegal immigration and could lead to increased public safety concerns.
The sponsor of SB1973, Raumesh Akbari, is an attorney and self-employed at Akbari Law, which primarily engages in legal services. However, there are no direct overlaps between her personal financial interests and the immigration-related subject matter of the bill. The bill aims to amend various codes related to unlawful immigration detention, which does not appear to directly benefit her legal practice or any of her business interests, such as the AKBARI CORPORATION or DELIVER THE AMERICAN DREAM. Furthermore, her role as a board member of the National Black Caucus of State Legislators does not indicate a financial stake in the outcomes of the legislation. Therefore, the potential for personal financial gain from this bill is minimal, leading to a low risk score.
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| 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 |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
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 SB1973 do?
The Tennessee Freedom from Unlawful Immigration Detention Act aims to change certain laws related to immigration detention in Tennessee. It seeks to ensure that individuals are not held in detention unlawfully and outlines the rights and protections for those facing immigration issues. This act amends several sections of the Tennessee Code to support these goals.
What is the status of TN SB1973?
TN SB1973 is currently “Introduced” in the Tennessee legislature.
Who sponsored TN SB1973?
Raumesh Akbari (D) sponsored TN SB1973.
