Tennessee Targets Birth Tourism | Nashville News

Senator Marsha Blackburn’s new “Ban Birth Tourism Act” aims to stop foreign nationals from entering the U.S. on tourist visas solely to give birth and secure citizenship for their child—estimated at 33,000 annually—while carving out exceptions for genuine medical care. The bill’s enforcement hinges on determining intent, raising practical challenges. It follows President Trump’s push for congressional action after the Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, and complements Representative Andy Ogles’ “Anchors Away Act,” which would redefine citizenship eligibility by requiring at least one parent to be a U.S. citizen, lawful resident, or military member. Two distinct strategies are now emerging in Tennessee: one targeting visa misuse, the other rewriting the citizenship rulebook. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/944ea85ce32fdf95