MS Governor wishes to see redistricting plan in place by the start of 2027 legislative session
MISSISSIPPI (WCBI) – Governor Tate Reeves would like to see a redistricting plan in place by the start of the legislative session in January.
Mid-decade redistricting is unusual. Most plans, when necessary, are carried out within the first couple of years after the release of the most recent census numbers, and are done to adjust for changes in population and demographics.
Since the Supreme Court’s ruling in Callais vs Louisiana struck down race as a deciding factor in drawing lines, several states have been fast-tracking redistricting efforts.
Members of the Mississippi Legislature’s Standing Joint Redistricting and Reapportionment Committee had the first public hearings on the issue last night in Tupelo.
Reports are that there was a significant amount of opposition voiced.
“But, obviously the people that are unhappy are always the ones that are going to show up and let their opinions be heard. But, their opinions need to be heard. There needs to be a dialogue around that, and the elected representatives of the people will make that decision in our legislature. But, I’m confident that the vast majority of Mississippians want to see us redistrict both Congressional, Legislative, as well as Judicial seats, and as we move through the process, I think we’ll have a good outcome for Mississippians,” said Governor Reeves.
Reeves said there were no immediate plans for a special session, but came short of ruling one out between now and January.
