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Judge blocks Tennessee from reporting sick children to immigration authorities, for now
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kristin M. Hall, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about this development can be found through KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, which reported on the judge's decision to issue a temporary order.
A recent court decision has temporarily blocked the Tennessee Department of Health from sharing information with immigration authorities. The order affects around 400 immigrant children who are part of a healthcare assistance program and have serious illnesses or disabilities. The decision was made at the request of three unnamed parties.
A restraining order was issued, but details about the case are limited. Further information about this development can be found through KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, which reported on the judge's decision to issue a temporary order.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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