Mississippi Leaders Move On Redistricting After Session Cancellation
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JACKSON, Miss. Governor Tate Reeves canceled a special legislative session this week after the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a ruling that had found the state Supreme Court map violated the Voting Rights Act; Reeves said he expects lawmakers to redraw Supreme Court, legislative, and congressional districts by 2027.
Voting-rights groups immediately organized a response, scheduling a May 20 day of action that includes a 10 a.m. press conference, a march and a noon rally, and a strategy session; organizers from the Mississippi Center for Justice said they will pursue public engagement and litigation to oppose any discriminatory maps.
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Timeline
- 1. U.S. Supreme Court issues Louisiana v. Callais decision changing redistricting race considerations.
- 2. A lower-court ruling found Mississippi's Supreme Court map violated the Voting Rights Act (earlier decision).
- 3. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated that prior opinion (reported on a recent Monday).
- 4. Governor Tate Reeves canceled the planned special session and announced maps should be redrawn by 2027.
- 5. Mississippi Center for Justice and allies scheduled a May 20 day of action including press conference, march, and strategy session.
Why it matters
Redistricting can impact your voting power. If you're a Mississippi resident, changes to your district could affect who represents you. Stay informed by following the Mississippi Center for Justice's updates.
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