Gerrymandering/Redistricting

Week nine of the 2016 Florida legislative session will soon be over and there was action on issues that are priorities for Common Cause Florida. One of our top priorities is now on the Governor’s desk awaiting his signature. Another priority failed to make it out of its last committee stop and is dead for the 2016 session. After passing an $82 billion budget, the legislature is expected to adjourn on Friday afternoon.

TALLAHASSEE With just over four years left before another redistricting cycle begins, the Florida Supreme Court gave final approval to Florida’s congressional map Wednesday, rejecting the Legislature’s arguments for the fourth time and selecting boundaries drawn by the challengers in time for the 2016 election.

Redistricting Update Day 8 of the 12-Day Special Session On Congressional Redistricting

Challenge to Congressional District maps in oral argument before the Florida Supreme Court. "Awake the State" press conference on money & politics. Update on bills relating to voter registration and Public Service Commission reform.