The bill proposes significant amendments to section 3521.01 of the Revised Code and enacts new sections 3521.011 through 3521.0115, aimed at redesignating congressional district boundaries in Ohio in accordance with Article XIX of the Ohio Constitution. It introduces definitions for "census block," "county," and "voting district," aligning them with the geographical boundaries established by the U.S. Census Bureau from the 2020 decennial census. The bill also specifies that any county or part of a county not included in the described districts will be assigned to the district with the least population that is contiguous to it. Additionally, it repeals the previous sections 3521.011 through 3521.0115, replacing them with newly enacted sections that detail specific territories and voting districts within the first congressional district.

The bill further outlines new voting districts and census blocks across various counties, including Hamilton, Franklin, Stark, and others, ensuring that the congressional representation in Ohio accurately reflects the latest population data and geographical considerations. It includes numerous insertions that create new categories and classifications for voting districts, enhancing the legal framework governing local jurisdictions. The extensive list of new designations aims to modernize and clarify the electoral boundaries, facilitating better organization and management of elections while ensuring fair representation in Congress. Overall, the bill represents a comprehensive effort to update Ohio's electoral map in response to demographic changes.

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