TennCare Cuts Could Leave Immigrant Families Without Critical Care

A new report highlights major changes coming to health care access for immigrant families in Tennessee—and the potential consequences are serious.

Beginning in October, thousands of refugees and asylum seekers will lose TennCare coverage due to new federal policy. At the same time, state officials are considering whether to end long-standing access to publicly funded prenatal care for pregnant immigrants without legal status—care Tennessee has provided for more than 20 years.

Health advocates warn that cutting prenatal services would put mothers and babies at risk and deepen existing health disparities, even as lawmakers continue to debate fetal personhood and maternal health outcomes in the state.

We encourage you to read the full article to understand what’s being proposed, who would be affected, and why these decisions matter for the health of Tennessee families.

Read more: https://tennesseelookout.com/2026/01/23/refugees-asylum-seekers-to-lose-tenncare-while-state-weighs-ending-immigrant-prenatal-care/