Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Washington State Redistricting Proposals



The Washington State Redistricting Commission released the first set of proposed maps yesterday, showing possible configurations for the state’s congressional boundaries. Due to population growth, Washington is gaining a 10th congressional district. Boundaries for the state’s 49 legislative districts will also be redrawn.

The Commission has four voting members: 2 Democrats and 2 Republicans. You can see each commissioner’s presentation, legislative plan, and congressional plan here.

Or you can read the news:

Seattle Times, Panel Unveils Redistricting Map
The Olympian, Redistricting: New Minority Seat?

The process is governed by the Redistricting Act, RCW 44.05.

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