Bill > HB56

This bill proposes to amend the Maryland Constitution to establish a Legislative and Congressional Redistricting and Apportionment Convention, a body of 188 members elected by voters across the state, to draw the boundaries for legislative and congressional districts. The convention would be responsible for creating these plans following each decennial census, with specific rules for member qualifications and the process for adopting and submitting plans. The General Assembly would have the opportunity to challenge the legality of a certified plan, in which case the Supreme Court of Maryland would review it. If the convention fails to adopt a plan, or if a plan is rejected by the court, the Supreme Court of Maryland would then be tasked with establishing the districts. Additionally, the bill modifies existing law to ensure that each legislative district for the House of Delegates consists of three single-member delegate districts, and it clarifies the Supreme Court of Maryland's original jurisdiction in redistricting matters.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0056?ys=2026RS