Pipeline · Bill → Law
Step 1
Introduced
Feb 7, 2024
Step 2
Referred
Feb 7, 2024
the Judiciary
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Committee
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Senate
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House floor
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Resolve Changes
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Signed
SummaryCRS Summary
This bill outlines criteria for congressional redistricting and generally prohibits mid-decade redistricting. Specifically, the bill requires congressional districts to comply with the U.S. Constitution and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Further, congressional districts must be drawn to (1) ensure the practical ability of a protected group to participate in the political process, nominate candidates, and elect representatives of choice; and (2) represent communities of interest and neighborhoods. Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of a redistricting plan that was drawn with the intent (or has the effect of) materially favoring or disfavoring any political party. The entity responsib...
Timeline · 2 actions
Feb 7, 2024
Introduced in Senate
Feb 7, 2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.