DeSantis proposes new congressional map for Florida
Florida's governor has introduced a plan to redraw congressional districts. This proposal aims to create additional GOP-leaning seats in the state. (sources: nbcnews, npr, washingtonpost, thehill, rollcall)
The proposed congressional map by Florida's governor could add four GOP-leaning seats. Lawmakers are set to meet to discuss the fast-tracked redistricting plan.
- The proposed map aims to create four new GOP-leaning congressional seats in Florida.
- Lawmakers will begin discussions on the redistricting proposal starting Tuesday.
- The plan is seen as a response to anti-gerrymandering efforts.
Why it matters
The redistricting proposal could significantly impact the balance of power in Florida's congressional delegation.
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This story is about Florida's DeSantis unveils a voting map that would add to Trump's GOP redistricting. This bill would require independent redistricting commissions for congressional maps.
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- Require independent redistricting commissions for congressional maps • Ban mid-decade congressional redistricting (with limited exceptions.
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This story is about DeSantis proposes new congressional map for Florida. This bill would prohibit most mid-decade congressional redistricting.
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- Prohibit most mid-decade congressional redistricting (i.e., a second redraw after the decennial redistricting • Reduce incentives for repeated map changes aimed at shifting seat advantage between elections.
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