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The Tennessee Conservative [By David Seal] –
Public Chapter 310 is reducing the number of homeless camps on the streets of Memphis.
The new law that took effect on May 2nd, 2025, requires the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) to develop and implement policies in conjunction with local city and county governments to remove camping equipment from bridges, overpasses, and other right-of way areas. sB0217
The full text of Public Chapter 310 is linked here.
Camping on public property can cause a safety issue for the homeless population as well as motorists and pedestrians.
The new law was the brainchild of a state senator that represents part of Memphis. His comments on the effect of the new law are as follows.
“Today, [July 2, 2025] the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) cleared out the sprawling homeless encampment at I-40 and Summer Avenue in Memphis. This decisive action, inspired by my new law mandating TDOT partner with local groups via MOUs, ensures that within 30 days of a report, we’re not just talking about helping the homeless—we’re actually doing it!
Constituents raised the alarm about this dangerous site, and we listened. Unlike the pearl-clutching, hand-wringing crowd who’d rather let people languish under bridges while preaching “compassion,” we got to work. My law made sure those in need got real help—services, support, a path forward—not just a pat on the head and a free pass to live in filth.
To my sanctimonious critics who think doing nothing is somehow noble: newsflash—ignoring suffering isn’t kindness, it’s neglect. We’re cleaning up our streets, restoring order, and actually helping people, not just pontificating about it. This is what trusted, conservative leadership looks like, and it’s a big step toward Making Memphis Matter. Come join me. We have a city to save!” – said Senator Brent Taylor (R-Memphis)
About the Author: David Seal is a retired Jefferson County educator, recognized artist, local businessman, 917 Society Volunteer, and past Chairman of the Jefferson County Republican Party. He has also served Jefferson County as a County Commissioner and is a citizen lobbyist for the people on issues such as eminent domain, property rights, education, and broadband accessibility on the state level. David is also a 2024 winner of The Tennessee Conservative Flame Award & has received an accolade from the Institute For Justice for successfully lobbing the TN legislature to protect property rights. David can be reached at david@tennesseeconservativenews.com.
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We NEED institutions restored for those who can’t/wont function in a normal manner.