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The 2024 Mapping Contest deadline was August 31. Thirty-three mappers from two countries and 18 different states submitted 76 district maps: 21 for PA House maps, 24 for PA Senate maps, and 31 for PA Congressional districts.
A growing body of research shows that Independent Redistricting Commissions (IRCs) can prevent gerrymandering and provide better representation. But not all commissions are equally effective in limiting partisan interests.
Without prioritized mapping criteria, even an independent redistricting commission can run into trouble drawing maps that represent communities well and avoid extensive litigation. That’s why we’re testing proposed criteria in a summer mapping contest.
Senator Tim Kearney invites colleagues to join him in a bill that prioritizes citizens over politicians, and democracy over back-room dealings.
PA Voters want an Independent Redistricting Commission
It’s time to help build support for a Pennsylvania Independent Redistricting Commission.
Prime sponsors say “It’s time to get started” and “Gerrymandering - no matter who does it - is WRONG.”
It’s time to start advocating for House Bill 1776, a PA constitutional amendment to create an independent redistricting commission.
PA college students: Join us to spread the word about redistricting reform this summer as a part-time, PAID, non-partisan intern - anywhere in PA.