By John Kennedy The Florida Supreme Court set Nov. 2 for arguments on the congressional redistricting plan sent to them last week by Leon County Circuit Judge Terry Lewis. Lawyers for the House, Senate and a pair of voting groups will have 20 minutes each to make their case to the state’s seven justices, who […]
Which senators are drafting map changes? It’s secret, for now – Naked Politics-Miami Herald
The Florida Legislature’s upcoming two-week special session on congressional redistricting will be marked by extraordinary procedures, mainly to comply with recommendations by the state Supreme Court. Legislators are under orders not to meet with members of Congress, political operatives or party leaders to discuss district boundaries. They are required to retain “all emails and other […]
Lawmakers urged to provide more transparency in map drawing – Tampa Bay Times
One week before the start of a special legislative session to redraw the boundaries of Florida congressional districts, the League of Women Voters is questioning the level of transparency. League President Pamela Goodman, joined by Common Cause, sent a letter to legislative leaders Monday in which she hinted at possible legal action if the new […]
