2022 court ruling
Coverage of 2022 court ruling in the Nexus archive.
- Maryland Republicans predict legal challenge to constitutional amendment on redistricting
Maryland Republicans plan to challenge a constitutional amendment (House Bill 2100) aimed at overriding a 2022 court ruling affecting congressional redistricting, arguing the bill was rushed and bypasses procedural laws. The amendment requires final approval by state officials to appear on the November ballot, with Governor Wes Moore supporting the measure despite Republican opposition.
- Maryland lawmakers to meet in August for special session on redistricting
Maryland lawmakers will hold a special session in August to consider a constitutional amendment related to congressional redistricting, aiming to create a map that could result in an 8-0 Democratic delegation. The effort follows a failed redistricting attempt earlier this year and a 2022 court ruling that impacted the current map, with Republicans criticizing the move as a power grab.