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House Advances Contested South Carolina Congressional Map

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COLUMBIA, S.C. — The South Carolina House passed a congressional redistricting map late Tuesday after hours of debate, advancing a proposal that would redraw districts and potentially give Republicans an additional U.S. House seat. Lawmakers moved to limit amendment opportunities during the special session called by Gov. Henry McMaster. This week voting-rights groups, including the League of Women Voters of South Carolina and the ACLU, filed suit Tuesday in Richland County seeking a preliminary injunction to block the rule that limited amendments, citing state open-meetings laws; the proposal now proceeds to the state Senate with early voting set to begin May 26.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Governor calls special session to redraw congressional districts.
Over 600 amendments are filed to proposed congressional maps.
House adopts a rule late Monday limiting each lawmaker to one amendment.
League of Women Voters and the ACLU file suit Tuesday in Richland County.
House passes the redistricting proposal past midnight and sends it to the Senate.

Why This Matters to You

The proposed redistricting in South Carolina could shift political power. It might affect your representation in Congress, especially if you're a South Carolina resident. Keep an eye on your local news for updates on the Senate's decision.

The Bottom Line

This redistricting could give Republicans an additional U.S. House seat. The move is contested, with lawsuits filed by voting-rights groups. If you're concerned about fair representation, consider reaching out to your local representatives. Worth forwarding if you know someone in South Carolina.