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Victory in Tennessee! The state legislature failed to pass a harmful bill that would have deprived students of their constitutional right to a public K-12 education based on their immigration status.

Friend, our communities are stronger and our schools safer when every kid feels welcome, regardless of their immigration status.

This win is a testament to the countless families and advocates in Tennessee who fought ferociously to defend education for all. Our collective work — and your support — made this victory possible.

As we celebrate, we’re also recommitting to the ongoing fight — not just in Tennessee, but across the country — to ensure all children continue to have the right to learn.

Onward,

Kica Matos
President
National Immigration Law Center

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Friend, a dangerous anti-immigrant bill is moving quickly through the Tennessee legislature, and we need your help to stop it. ([link removed])

Tennessee lawmakers are rushing to pass SB 0836, a bill that would allow schools to deny children an education based on their immigration status.

But the law is clear: The Supreme Court’s 1982 Plyler v. Doe ruling guarantees every child equal access to public K-12 education, regardless of immigration status. SB 0836 blatantly threatens that right and would violate the Constitution.

We've been on the ground in Tennessee, working closely with our partners at the Tennessee Immigrant & Refugee Rights Coalition (TIRRC) to stop this dangerous bill. With a Senate vote expected as early as next week, we need as many people as possible to make their voices heard: Schools are places to shape our children’s growth and futures, not to inject politics and discrimination.

Friend, we’re urging Tennessee state senators to reject this anti-child bill. Add your name to our petition in solidarity with Tennesseans, demanding state lawmakers protect every child’s right to a public education >>> ([link removed])

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Every child should have the chance to learn, thrive, and contribute to their community — no exceptions. We call on the Tennessee legislature to do the right thing and reject SB 0836.

Thank you for voicing your support,

— National Immigration Law Center

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