Reapportionment done. Legislative races begin
The paramount concern was self-political preservation so the most ardent task was protecting the districts of incumbent legislators.
redistricting
Organizations challenging redistricting maps explain their issues
The groups say they would like to find a remedy before the 2022 elections, but that the litigation might take more time.
Federal lawsuits claim new state, congressional maps suppress Black voters
The two lawsuits request a federal court halt the implementation of the new state and congressional districts.
GOP State House candidate questions why he was drawn out of his district
Republican candidate for the Alabama House Josh Pendergrass was drawn out of his district during redistricting earlier this month.
Grassroots organizations condemn passage of redistricting maps
The groups criticized the maps for diluting Black voting power and for lacking transparency.
November 8, 2021
Second 2021 special legislative session report
All five bills in the governor’s proclamation — redistricting and the hospital and nursing home appropriation — were passed by the Legislature.
Lawsuit filed over congressional districts
Republicans argue that “packing” Black voters into the 7th Congressional District essentially upholds one of the requirements of the Voting Rights Act.
Congressional, Alabama House districts reach final passage in state Senate
In the Senate Wednesday, both bills received near-unanimous opposition from Democratic senators.
Alabama House approves new state Senate, Board of Education maps
Both of the new maps now head to Gov. Kay Ivey's desk for her signature.
Senate committee approves new congressional, state House maps
The new maps now head to the full Senate for consideration.