This bill proposes an amendment to the Minnesota Constitution to create a Bipartisan Redistricting Commission responsible for establishing congressional and legislative district boundaries after each federal decennial census. The amendment will modify Article IV, Section 3, by removing the legislature's authority to set district boundaries and adding a new Article XV that details the commission's structure and duties. The commission will consist of eight members appointed by the leaders of both the House and Senate and must follow specific principles, such as equal population and the preservation of communities of interest, when drawing district lines.

In addition to the constitutional amendment, the bill amends Minnesota Statutes to define the commission's operations, including appointment procedures, member compensation, and ethical guidelines. It mandates that redistricting data be made publicly available and requires a block equivalency file to be submitted to the GIS Office before adopting a redistricting plan. The commission must also conduct a technical review of the plan to ensure accurate representation of state territory. The bill outlines the secretary of state's responsibilities in disseminating redistricting plans and expands the definition of "public official" to include commission members. These changes will take effect on January 1, 2030, contingent upon the adoption of the constitutional amendments, and will apply to the 2030 redistricting cycle and beyond.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 2.93, 10A.01