Annapolis redraws map in contested mid-decade redistricting move
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Annapolis, the Maryland House of Delegates passed a bill Monday to redraw the state's congressional map, shifting boundaries to make all eight districts more favorable to Democrats. It passed 99–37 after hours of debate and came at the urging of Governor Wes Moore, who formed a redistricting advisory committee earlier this year. The proposal would significantly reshape the 1st District and could threaten Republican Rep. Andy Harris's seat. Senate leaders, including Senate President Bill Ferguson, have expressed legal and political concerns and may not advance the measure. The bill awaits Senate action. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- Last summer: President Trump encouraged mid‑decade redistricting efforts nationally.
- A few months before the vote: Gov. Wes Moore formed a redistricting advisory committee.
- October: Senate leadership publicly said the bill lacked sufficient support to advance.
- Monday: Maryland House of Delegates passed the redistricting bill 99–37 after extended debate.
- After the vote: The bill moved to the Senate, where leaders expressed reservations and legal concerns.
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Maryland Democratic leaders and Governor Wes Moore stood to gain politically if the map secured all eight U.S. House seats by making the 1st District more favorable to Democrats.
Republican Rep. Andy Harris, Maryland Republicans and voters in reshaped precincts faced potential loss of representation and increased partisan contestation under the proposed plan.
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