Special Session
The new map still contains only one majority Black district in opposition to the mandates of the federal court.
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Special Session
The NRF was an early supporter of the plaintiffs in Caster v. Allen, which was consolidated into Allen v. Milligan.
Special Session
With the special session adjourned, the fight over the redistricting process returns to the courts with a hearing set for Aug. 14.
Special Session
When they return to the floor this morning, the debate will be on the same maps they have already passed.
Legislature
The two chambers will have to reach a compromise before a Friday deadline imposed by the federal court.
Legislature
The legislation would remove the requirement for a budget isolation resolution on local bills and constitutional amendments.
Legislature
The House committee passed Pringle’s plan along party, and racial, lines as expected. But the Senate delivered a surprise.
Special Session
Pringle argued the plan "maintains, basically, the core of the existing districts.”
Legislature
Committee members expressed frustration over holding a public hearing without the map or maps Republican leadership would push forward.
Special Session
Roughly 80 maps were sent to the committee. But the majority of those maps will not be considered.