A bill to create a new national crime for immigrants that exist illegally in Tennessee – after being punished by imprisonment, a 72-hour notice to vacate the state will be punished, but has been postponed until 2026.

The Senate State and Local Government Committee’s move on Wednesday to take controversial steps came at the request of the chairman.

Sen. Richard Briggs, a Knoxville Republican, cited his Canadian neighbor. Canada is an engineer at risk of not being able to renew a visa before it expires due to bureaucratic delays caused by actions taken by government efficiency. Briggs said she is concerned that the law could wipe out immigrants like her.

Bill giving immigration without legal status 72 hours to leave Tennessee advance home

Sen. Jack Johnson of Franklin, sponsoring the bill, has admitted that the measure violates the established law and the 2012 Supreme Court decision. Rep. Lee Reves, a Republican from Franklin, conspired to the bill, but noted that the bill would only be effective in certain circumstances.

The bill was created as a “trigger” law and only took effect if any of three things happened. The Supreme Court overturned the 2012 decision, with the US Constitution being amended or similar laws enacted by other states still in effect for 60 days.

The bill’s sponsors said that Tennessee intended to “destroy” Tennessee as a destination for immigrants who lack legal status, and that immigration advocates called it a “incredibly inhumane” law that puts families living in Tennessee at risk.