Bill > HB369

This bill provides a comprehensive redrawing of Louisiana's 39 Senate districts, detailing the exact precincts that will compose each district across multiple parishes. The bill establishes new geographical boundaries for Senate representation, using precise precinct-level definitions from the 2020 Census Redistricting data. Key provisions include ensuring that the total number of Senate members remains 39, specifying the exact composition of each district by listing specific precincts from various parishes, and establishing a transition timeline for implementing these new districts. The new district map will become effective for the 2027 election qualification process and fully take effect on January 10, 2028, with a provision that ensures current officeholders will not have their terms reduced by this redistricting. The bill also repeals the previous district configuration (R.S. 24:35.1) and clarifies that if parishes modify their precinct boundaries, the district definitions will remain unchanged. This redistricting effort appears aimed at reflecting population changes and ensuring fair representation across Louisiana's diverse parishes.

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