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Special session comes to an end in TN after supporting Trump's immigration goals, creating universal school voucher program

Tennessee senators passed several bills during the special legislative session, focusing on Hurricane Helene recovery and immigration reform. They voted on these proposals on the third day of the session.
The immigration bill aligns with President Donald Trump's goals, prosecuting local officials supporting sanctuary city policies and creating a new immigration agency in Tennessee.
The Senate also passed bills to support disaster recovery after Hurricane Helene, including the creation of two funds for disaster relief.
All bills need to be approved by the House of Representatives before being sent to Governor Bill Lee for signing.

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Tennessee special session ends with 7 bills passed; More than $400 million toward Helene

In total, seven bills were passed during the Tennessee General Assembly Special Session.Included in that, is more than $400 million dollars in Helene recovery f

2 months ago·Bristol, United States

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Will NC finally finish Hurricane Florence, Matthew recovery this year? Lawmakers grill state leadership

Republican state legislators grilled hurricane recovery officials who requested more money to finish recovery work related to hurricanes Florence and Matthew, as Helene recovery costs also start to add up.

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Tennessee lawmakers approve Helene disaster aid package • Tennessee Lookout

Hospital staffers and emergency responders tried to evacuate patients first by ambulance and then by boat when the Nolichucky River in Erwin, Tennessee, overwhelmed Unicoi County Hospital during Hurricane Helene on Sept. 27, 2024. Eventually, everyone was evacuated by helicopter. (Ballad Health)The Tennessee General Assembly on Wednesday approved a disaster relief package for northeast Tennessee communities still recovering from devastating floo…

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Tennessee General Assembly passes Helene recovery bills

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee General Assembly passed bills related to Hurricane Helene relief on Wednesday night. The state House passed the bills after they were approved by the Senate earlier Wednesday. State representatives from across Northeast Tennessee stood by the podium as the bills were discussed and voted on. Questions raised from Disaster Relief Committee members on why special session is just now happening Representa…

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