Congressional and state legislative districts. (SB495)
Introduced By
Sen. Glen Sturtevant (R-Midlothian)
Progress
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
Congressional and state legislative districts. Provides criteria for the General Assembly to observe in drawing districts, including respect for political boundaries, equal population, racial and ethnic fairness, contiguity, compactness, and communities of interest. Use of political data or election results is prohibited unless necessary to determine if racial or ethnic minorities can elect candidates of their choice. Read the Bill »
Status
01/26/2016: Incorporated into Another Bill
History
Date | Action |
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01/12/2016 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/13/16 16100929D |
01/12/2016 | Referred to Committee on Privileges and Elections |
01/19/2016 | Impact statement from DPB (SB495) |
01/26/2016 | Incorporated by Privileges and Elections (SB59-Howell) (13-Y 0-N) (see vote tally) |
Comments
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