Senate Bill No. by Senator Morris proposes the redistricting of Louisiana's congressional districts by enacting R.S. 18:1276 and repealing R.S. 18:1276.1. The bill establishes that Louisiana will be divided into six congressional districts, with specific precincts outlined for each district. The new district boundaries are based on the "2026 Precinct Shapefiles (1-27-2026)" and are designed to comply with the U.S. Constitution's requirement for equal population representation in congressional districts. The bill specifies that the new districts will become effective for the 2028 congressional elections upon the governor's signature or the lapse of time for gubernatorial action, while the current districts will remain in effect until January 3, 2029.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that any positions or offices based on congressional districts will not have their terms reduced due to the enactment of this new law. Positions filled after January 3, 2029, will be based on the newly established districts. The bill ensures that the territorial limits of the districts will remain unchanged until modified by law, regardless of any subsequent changes made to precincts by parish governing authorities. Overall, the legislation aims to update the congressional district boundaries in Louisiana to reflect population changes and ensure fair representation.

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SB116 Original: