Immigration - As introduced, creates the Class A misdemeanor of intentionally failing or refusing to depart when a final order of removal is outstanding; creates the Class A misdemeanor of intentionally entering, attempting to enter, or being found in this state after being denied admission, excluded, deported, or removed from the United States. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 7; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40 and Title 41.

Companion House Bill substituted

Sponsor(s) Added.

Placed on Senate Regular Calendar for 4/6/2026

Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Calendar Committee Ayes 7, Nays 2 PNV 0

Action deferred in Senate Judiciary Committee to 3/24/2026

Placed on Senate Judiciary Committee calendar for 3/24/2026

Placed on Senate Judiciary Committee calendar for 3/23/2026

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee

Introduced, Passed on First Consideration

Filed for introduction