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Louisiana House Approves Map Removing One Black District

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BATON ROUGE, La. The Louisiana House passed an amended version of SB121 on Thursday that redraws the state's congressional map, reducing the number of majority-black districts from two to one; the plan passed the House floor with a 66-36 vote and now returns to the State Senate for concurrence. The change follows a U.S. Supreme Court decision that invalidated the prior map and a May 21 committee approval of SB121 by 10-7; proponents say it secures several Republican-leaning districts while critics and voting-rights advocates warn it weakens Black voting power, and multiple legal challenges have already been filed.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

U.S. Supreme Court struck down Louisiana's prior congressional map, prompting a redraw.
Governor Jeff Landry ordered suspension of scheduled U.S. House elections amid the mapping dispute.
May 21: House Committee on House and Government Affairs approved SB121 by a 10-7 vote.
The House passed the amended SB121 on a 66-36 vote on Thursday; map returns to Senate.
Multiple lawsuits were filed challenging the new map and its effects on minority representation.

Why This Matters to You

This change could impact your voting power if you're a Louisiana resident. The reduction of majority-black districts may affect representation. Keep an eye on the legal challenges and how they unfold.

The Bottom Line

Redistricting can shift the political landscape. Critics worry this move weakens Black voting power. It's a reminder to stay informed about changes in your area. Worth forwarding if you know someone in Louisiana.