SB587

Establishes criteria for redistricting of congressional, state senate, state house, and executive council districts in New Hampshire.

The Fair Maps Act sets criteria for redistricting of congressional, state senate, state house, and executive council districts in New Hampshire. It mandates the general court to hold at least 10 public hearings throughout the state to gather public input on communities of interest and other relevant matters. The act requires the general court to address all timely public comments on proposed reapportionment plans and to maintain a public internet site with all relevant materials.