Missouri SJR78 proposes an amendment to the state constitution to change redistricting methods for the General Assembly.
Missouri SJR78 proposes an amendment to the state constitution to overhaul the redistricting process for the General Assembly. The amendment would establish an independent bipartisan citizens commission to redistrict the House of Representatives and Senate. The commission would use specific criteria to draw district boundaries, prioritizing equal population, compactness, and preservation of communities. The amendment also sets rules for the commission's operations, including compensation, disqualifications, and the timeline for submitting redistricting plans.
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