TN HB1333The bill requires a state department to report annually on the number of illegal aliens who received enhanced penalties for violent crimes or for using a deadly weapon. This report is to be submitted to key state leaders, including the governor and legislative speakers, by February 1 each year. The bill amends several sections of Tennessee law related to this reporting requirement.
Supporters of the bill argue that it enhances public safety by tracking the impact of illegal immigration on crime rates. They believe that increased transparency will help lawmakers address issues related to violent crime and illegal aliens more effectively.
Critics of the bill contend that it unfairly targets illegal immigrants and may contribute to discrimination against vulnerable populations. They argue that the focus on illegal aliens in crime reporting could perpetuate negative stereotypes and does not address the root causes of crime.
The analysis of Representative William Lamberth's personal financial interests in relation to HB1333 indicates a low risk of conflict of interest. The bill focuses on immigration and related legal penalties, specifically concerning non-United States citizens involved in violent crimes. Representative Lamberth's primary occupation as an attorney and his role as a partner at a law firm do not directly align with the bill's subject matter. While he is employed by the State of Tennessee and serves on various boards, these roles do not present a direct financial benefit from the bill's enactment. The bill's focus on immigration and legal penalties does not intersect with his legal practice or board memberships in a way that suggests personal financial gain.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Attorney | Lawyers/Law Firms | AI-researched |
| Employer | Partner at Lamberth, Cifelli, Ellis & Nason, P.A. | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Business Owner | Owner of Lamberth Consulting | — | AI-researched |
| Board Member | Board Member of Sumner County CASA | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Spouse Employer | Spouse employed by Sumner County Schools | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | STATE OF TN | Government | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | SELF EMPLOYED ATTORNEY | Lawyers/Law Firms | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | PORTLAND COMMUNITY CHAIRMAN from Jan 2026 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | UNITED WAY SUMNER CO BOARD MEMBER from Jan 2026 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | VOLUNTEER STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD MEMBER from Jan 2026 to current | Education | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Law, GENERAL PRACTICE OF LAW | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Law, STATE OF TN | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: LAMBERTH PAC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
