For nearly eight years on the Shelby County Commission, Amber Mills has delivered real results for North and East Shelby County. From protecting taxpayers to championing veterans and holding government accountable, Amber has proven she will always put people first. Now she is ready to bring that same conservative leadership to Nashville as your State Representative for District 99.
A Record of Results
Proven Leadership & Active Representation
Elected in 2018 and resoundingly re-elected in 2022, Commissioner Amber Mills has spent nearly eight years as a high-energy, proactive advocate for North and East Shelby County. Representing a diverse constituency from Shelby Forest and Millington to Arlington and Rosemark, Amber has redefined what it means to be a commissioner through constant engagement and a results-oriented approach to governance.
Amber believes that representation means fighting for the pocketbooks, safety, and future of every family she serves. Her record is defined by bold action rather than business-as-usual politics.
Standing Behind the Badge
Amber understands that public safety is the first and most critical duty of government. In a time of rising crime and staffing shortages, she has been a consistent voice of support for the men and women who keep Shelby County safe. She works closely with the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office to ensure deputies have the resources they need to protect our neighborhoods.
Taxpayer’s Firewall
At a time of rising costs, Amber has stood as a firm firewall against the expansion of government. She has voted against every proposed tax increase, including the wheel tax. Most notably, she helped stop a property tax increase, ensuring the county lives within its means just like the families she represents.
Education Accountability
To protect against the misuse of public funds, Amber spearheaded the effort to have a forensic audit conducted on the Memphis-Shelby County Schools. By demanding this level of oversight, she is working to stop fraud, waste, and abuse so that education tax dollars reach the classroom rather than being lost to administrative inefficiency.
Champion for Our Veterans
Since taking office, Amber helped transform the county’s veterans support system into a powerhouse of service. Shelby County now boasts multiple full-time Veterans Service Officers with local offices serving communities across the county. Her leadership was recognized statewide when she received the Commissioner’s Eagle Award from the Tennessee Department of Veterans Services.
Active Infrastructure Management
District 1 contains a significant share of all county-maintained roads. As Vice Chairwoman of Public Works, Amber is actively engaged in securing the funding and oversight necessary to keep our rural and suburban corridors safe and well-maintained.
Closing the Digital Divide
Recognizing that high-speed internet is a necessity, Amber successfully leveraged federal funds to expand broadband access throughout rural Shelby County. By putting these resources to work, she secured modern connectivity for underserved areas without placing an additional burden on local taxpayers.
Delivering for Northaven
For years, the Northaven community sought essential streetlighting to improve neighborhood safety. Amber broke the stalemate and helped Northaven acquire and install streetlights throughout their neighborhoods, proving that no community concern is too small for her full attention.
A Global Perspective, A Local Focus
Before entering public service, Amber built a career defined by dedication, discipline, and service. She spent nearly two decades as a Flight Attendant for Delta Air Lines, where she mastered the art of service and composure under pressure. She also served as National Accounts Manager for a firm focused on national security initiatives, helping strengthen homeland security efforts in the years following 9/11. These experiences gave Amber a broad perspective on service, leadership, and what it means to show up for others.
Amber holds a B.S. in Business Management from Auburn University and began her studies as a music scholarship recipient. She brings that same creative discipline and practical mindset to every debate and decision she faces in public service. Her faith is central to who she is, and it guides her commitment to serving others with integrity.
Family & Community
Amber is a devoted wife to Lee and a proud mother to two sons—Grayson (UT Knoxville) and Tanner (a sophomore at Briarcrest). The Mills family is deeply embedded in the Arlington community and worships at Bellevue Baptist Church. Whether she is advocating for a taxpayer, honoring a veteran, or fighting for school accountability, Amber Mills is the tireless, engaged voice for her constituents.