Maryland Lawmakers to Hold Special Session on Redistricting Monday

Maryland Democrats seek to change redistricting rules, avoid another court challenge

BALTIMORE — When Maryland Democrats tried to redistrict congressional seats five years ago, a judge struck the effort down, calling the map “extremely gerrymandered.” This week, lawmakers seek to change the law to clear the way for another try. In…

Maryland Del. Kathy Szeliga warns against proposed redistricting amendment

Maryland Republican Del. Kathy Szeliga discussed the proposed constitutional amendment, which would affect Maryland’s congressional redistricting process. Szeliga spoke with WBAL’s Bruce Elliott Saturday morning. She said that if the measure reaches the ballot, opponents will have to make their case directly to voters. “We’re going to have to spend a lot of time and money educating voters about why this is a bad idea,” Szeliga said. | BILL TEXT:…

Republicans criticize ‘mixed up priorities’ as Democrats defend special session on redistricting

Republican lawmakers on the Eastern Shore are heading into next week’s special session critical of those across the aisle as leading Democrats prepare to pave a path forward for congressional redistricting.

Maryland lawmakers to hold special session on redistricting Monday

Maryland lawmakers will return to Annapolis Monday for a rare, three-day special session that could shape how Maryland redraws its congressional districts in the future.

Maryland’s special session is focused on redistricting, but lawmakers hope to jam other bills onto the agenda

Maryland lawmakers return to Annapolis Aug. 3 for a three-day special session on congressional redistricting. Legislative leaders hope to include a long-running proposal to fill vacant General Assembly seats by election instead of appointment.

Maryland lawmakers return to Annapolis for special session on redistricting

Maryland's General Assembly convenes Monday for a three-day special session to vote on a constitutional amendment that could reshape the state's congressional maps.