Congressman urges Gov. Bill Lee to revoke directive to report immigration status of sick kids

By: Anita Wadhwani

Outlets: Tennessee Lookout

Published: June 17, 2026

Words: 818

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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Tennessee U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen on Wednesday urged Gov. Bill Lee to revoke a state directive that requires the reporting of approximately 400 sick or disabled children enrolled in a public health program to a state immigration enforcement division.

In a letter to Lee, Cohen called the directive “morally repulsive” and “inhumane.”

“As you wind down your term of Governor, consider your Christian background as you implement policies that will define your legacy,” wrote Cohen, …

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