The proposed bill aims to amend the Minnesota Constitution by establishing a Bipartisan Redistricting Commission responsible for determining the boundaries of congressional and legislative districts after each federal decennial census. This amendment will modify Article IV, Section 3, by removing the legislature's authority to set district boundaries and instead creating a commission appointed by both the majority and minority leaders of the House and Senate. The commission must follow specific principles, such as equal population and the preservation of communities of interest, when drawing district lines. The bill also outlines the commission's operational framework, including member eligibility, meeting procedures, and requirements for transparency and public engagement.

Additionally, the bill 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. It emphasizes the need for a technical review of the plan to ensure accurate representation of state territory and allows for amendments to correct technical errors. The bill also expands the definition of "public official" to include commission members and assigns the secretary of state the task of disseminating the redistricting plan to local officials. The changes will take effect on January 1, 2030, contingent upon the adoption of constitutional amendments, and will apply to the 2030 redistricting cycle and beyond.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 2.93, 10A.01