05/17/2026
On May 7, 2026, Tennessee lawmakers split Shelby County into three congressional districts, dismantling the state’s only majority-Black seat. The governor signed it the same day it passed. The NAACP sued within hours.
Boundaries are simplified for reference and show Shelby County portions only. All three districts extend well beyond county lines. Signed into law May 7, 2026, amid widespread opposition and active litigation.