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Introduced
07/23/2019
07/23/2019
In Committee
07/23/2019
07/23/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to require States to carry out congressional redistricting in accordance with plans developed and enacted into law by independent redistricting commissions, and for other purposes. This bill requires that congressional redistricting be conducted in accordance with a plan developed by (1) a state-established independent commission; or (2) if such a commission fails to enact a plan, a three-judge panel from a U.S. District Court.
AI Summary
This bill requires that congressional redistricting be conducted in accordance with a plan developed by an independent redistricting commission established in each state, or if the commission fails to enact a plan, a three-judge federal court panel will develop the redistricting plan. The bill sets forth criteria for the composition and operation of the independent redistricting commissions, including requirements for public notice and input. It also provides for federal court involvement if certain deadlines are missed or the commission fails to enact a plan. Additionally, the bill authorizes payments to states to help establish and operate the commissions and implement the redistricting plans.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (14)
Amy Klobuchar (D)*,
Cory Booker (D),
Tom Carper (D),
Bob Casey (D),
Chris Coons (D),
Dick Durbin (D),
Dianne Feinstein (D),
Kamala Harris (D),
Mazie Hirono (D),
Jeff Merkley (D),
Bernie Sanders (I),
Tina Smith (D),
Tom Udall (D),
Chris Van Hollen (D),
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 07/23/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/2226/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s2226/BILLS-116s2226is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s2226/BILLS-116s2226is.pdf.pdf |
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