House Bill No. by Representative Beaullieu seeks to establish new election districts for the Louisiana House of Representatives by enacting R.S. 24:35.2 and repealing R.S. 24:35.3. The bill outlines that the House will consist of 105 members, each elected from specific districts defined by a comprehensive list of precincts. This detailed enumeration ensures clarity in electoral boundaries and reflects necessary updates to the redistricting process based on the 2020 federal decennial census. The bill also specifies that the new district boundaries will be effective for the 2027 elections, with a transition period that maintains current district boundaries until January 10, 2028.

Additionally, the bill introduces new legal language that provides detailed demographic data for each district, including population statistics and racial breakdowns. This data aims to enhance transparency and ensure fair representation, particularly for minority groups. For example, the bill specifies the racial composition of various districts, such as District 105, which has a population of 43,366 with specific percentages for White, Black, and Asian residents. The inclusion of voter registration statistics further informs policymakers about the political landscape within each district. Overall, the bill aims to ensure that the electoral districts accurately reflect the current demographics and maintain equitable representation across Louisiana.

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