House Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to reform the legislative redistricting process in Louisiana by establishing a new statute, R.S. 24:35, which delineates the composition and boundaries of the Senate districts. The bill specifies that the Senate will consist of thirty-nine members, with detailed precincts from various parishes assigned to each district. It also repeals the existing statute R.S. 24:35.1, indicating a significant shift in the legislative framework for districting. The new district boundaries, based on the 2020 federal decennial census, will take effect for election purposes upon the governor's signature or after the lapse of time for gubernatorial action for the regular state legislative elections in 2027, while all other purposes will commence on January 10, 2028.

In addition to redistricting, the bill introduces new demographic data and voter registration statistics for various districts, particularly focusing on District 39, which has a total population of 115,853 with specific racial breakdowns. The bill includes several insertions that expand demographic data for districts such as St. Tammany and St. Charles, ensuring accurate representation of the population and voter registration landscape. Furthermore, it proposes changes to district boundaries, incorporating new population data and demographic statistics for several areas, while also amending existing laws to clarify legal designations of certain parishes. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance transparency and accuracy in electoral representation across Louisiana.

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