National News

Census News

A federal judge dismissed Ohio’s lawsuit seeking to require the U.S. Census Bureau to release redistricting data by the statutory deadline. Ohio quickly appealed. Alabama’s request for a three-judge panel to adjudicate its case against the U.S. Census Bureau’s new differential privacy system was granted.

The delayed release of redistricting data is forcing some representatives to consider seeking higher offices.

State News

Michigan

The state’s independent redistricting commission will ask the state Supreme Court to delay its redistricting deadlines by almost three months.

Oklahoma

The Oklahoma Legislature anticipates returning in the fall for a special session focused on redistricting.

Oregon

The state Supreme Court floated an October 14, 2021 redistricting deadline.