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Judge extends order blocking Tenn. reporting sick kids to immigration authorities
By Holly Lehren at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 1, 2026
· 1 min read
A Davidson County judge has extended a temporary restraining order blocking Tennessee from implementing a policy requiring certain immigrant children enrolled in the Children's Special Services (CSS) program to be reported to immigration authorities.The order means protections for families enroll...
Key takeaway The case stems from a lawsuit filed by three Nashville physicians, who argue the Tennessee Department of Health's policy violates state and federal law and could disrupt care for medically fragile children.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
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What is this story about? A Davidson County judge has extended a temporary restraining order blocking Tennessee from implementing a policy requiring certain immigrant children enrolled in the Children's Special Services (CSS) program to be reported to immigration authorities.The order means protections for families enroll...
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