McMillan enters race for State House
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McMillan enters race for State House
By Shane Gilreath
SCN Contributing Editor
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Seth McMillan, a local certified public accountant and native of Scott County, announced last week that he is seeking the House Seat for Tennessee 38th District, currently held by Republican Kelly Keisling. McMillan pointed to strong opposition to the proposed landfill as a driving force behind his decision to enter the race.
“For months, the people of Scott County have spoken clearly: we do not want a massive landfill forced into our community,” McMillan said. “Yet time and again, our concerns have been ignored. I’m running for State Representative because our district deserves a voice in Nashville that will stand up for our land, our health, and our right to be heard.”
The proposed landfill has generated widespread concern among residents, particularly regarding potential impacts on water quality, public health, nearby schools, and long-term economic development. McMillan said the controversy reflects a broader challenge facing rural communities across Tennessee, where major decisions are often made without meaningful local input.
“This super dump will be bad for business in an already economically distressed area,” McMillan said. “We want to protect our community from projects that don’t belong here and make sure local families – not out-of-town corporations – have a say in what happens in our backyard.”
In his announcement, McMillan pledged to work with local leaders, state regulators, and residents to preserve the Jackson Law, push for greater transparency in the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s permitting process, and ensure environmental and infrastructure concerns are fully addressed.
Beyond the landfill issue, McMillan said his campaign will focus on affordability, housing availability, and higher wages across District 38.
McMillan is not the only familiar face seeking the seat from Scott County. As previously reported by SCN, Republican Cody Cox has announced his intention to challenge Keisling in the GOP primary.
For more information on McMillan’s campaign, visit electmcmillan.com.
