Coalition for Open Government questions law enforcement identity bill

By: Sam Stockard

Outlets: Tennessee Lookout

Published: January 20, 2026

Words: 395

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 4 days ago

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Tennessee’s public records watchdog is raising questions about a Republican-backed bill that would conceal the names of all law enforcement officers involved in immigration enforcement.

The Tennessee Coalition for Open Government put Senate Bill 1464 sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Jack Johnson at the top of its list for problematic bills this session.

“Changes need to be made in this bill. Secrecy can protect bad actors,” said Deborah Fisher, executive director of the coalition, …

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