Redistricting Transparency Act of 2017
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jan 27, 2017)
Redistricting Transparency Act of 2017
This bill requires states to carry out congressional redistricting in accordance with a process under which members of the public are informed of redistricting proposals via the Internet and have the opportunity to participate in the development of such proposals prior to their adoption.
The bill requires each state redistricting entity to establish and maintain a public Internet site meeting specified requirements.
The state redistricting entity must: (1) solicit the input of members of the public in its work to develop initial congressional redistricting plans for the state; and (2) post the proposed final plan on the Internet site at least 10 days before its adoption, as well as no later than 7 days after its adoption, together with a map, the reasons for adoption, dissenting opinions, and certain other information.
What just happenedFeb 14, 2017
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJan 27, 2017
- Feb 14, 2017Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
Constitution and Limited Government Subcommittee - Jan 27, 2017IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Jan 27, 2017IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jan 27, 2017IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House