Bill > HB1032

This bill addresses redistricting and congressional district boundaries in Indiana. It allows the state legislature to amend congressional districts at times other than immediately following the U.S. decennial census, which was previously not permitted. The bill establishes new congressional district boundaries that will take effect for the 2026 primary and general elections, creating nine distinct districts with detailed specifications including specific counties, townships, precincts, and census blocks for each district. The bill also provides special provisions for the 2026 election, allowing precincts to temporarily cross congressional district boundaries. Additionally, the bill includes provisions that limit legal challenges to redistricting, specifying that temporary restraining orders cannot be sought and that the state Supreme Court has mandatory and exclusive jurisdiction over redistricting-related appeals. The legislation aims to provide clarity and flexibility in the redistricting process while ensuring election integrity and preventing potential disruptions to the electoral process. The new districts will apply specifically to the 120th Congress elections in 2026, without affecting the current 119th Congress districts.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1032/details