The bill, introduced by Representative Isaacsohn, aims to amend section 3521.01 of the Revised Code and enact new sections 3521.011 through 3521.0115, establishing updated congressional district boundaries in accordance with Article XIX of the Ohio Constitution. It incorporates definitions from the 2020 decennial census, ensuring alignment with official census terminology. The bill specifies that any county or part of a county not included in the defined districts will be assigned to the contiguous district with the least population. Additionally, it provides a detailed enumeration of voting districts and census blocks, particularly within Hamilton County, to ensure fair representation in Congress that reflects demographic changes.

The legislation also introduces numerous new legal provisions, including specific designations for voting districts and census blocks across various counties, such as Franklin, Stark, and Cuyahoga. Notably, it includes extensive lists of new identifiers and classifications, which aim to clarify and modernize the electoral framework. The bill repeals existing sections of the Revised Code, indicating a comprehensive restructuring of the relevant legal provisions to enhance clarity and functionality in the electoral process. Overall, the bill seeks to ensure accurate representation and effective governance by updating the congressional district maps to reflect current population data.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 3521.01, 3521.011, 3521.012, 3521.013, 3521.014, 3521.015, 3521.016, 3521.017, 3521.018, 3521.019, 3521.0110, 3521.0111, 3521.0112, 3521.0113, 3521.0114, 3521.0115