Statement from Senate Democratic Leader Zach Wahls on Iowa Redistricting Plan 1

“We are currently reviewing Plan 1 to ensure it meets all the legal and constitutional requirements for redistricting. We believe Iowans deserve a fair redistricting process, without interference from politicians, and without partisan amendments. We encourage Iowans to examine Plan 1 and to make their voices heard at three public hearings next week.”

Background:

The Temporary Redistricting Advisory Commission is scheduled to  hold virtual public hearings to gather public input on Plan 1 on the times and dates below: 

• Monday, September 20: 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
• Tuesday, September 21:  12:00 noon – 3:00 pm
• Wednesday, September 22: 6:00 pm – 8:30 p.m. 

Instructions for registration and submitting public comments were posted today on the Legislature’s website: https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislators/redistricting

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