What is the current status of HR 7219?

HR 7219 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 7219?

HR 7219 was sponsored by Michael Lawler (R), Rep.

Fair Congressional Districts Act

IntroducedJanuary 22, 2026

Introduced9 months ago

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House

Senate

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Introduced in House

Why This Matters

The Fair Congressional Districts Act aims to create fairer and more competitive congressional districts by setting specific rules for how they are drawn. It also changes how population counts are used for representation, excluding undocumented immigrants.

If you live in a state, your congressional district could be drawn more fairly, impacting your representation in government.

Who this affects

voters · residents · immigrant populations

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires states to create congressional districts that are connected and compact.
2States can only redraw congressional districts once after each census, unless ordered by a court.
3The bill excludes undocumented immigrants from the population count used for congressional representation.
4States must consider existing political boundaries and communities when drawing districts.
5Each congressional district must have a similar population to ensure fair representation.

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly

Fair Congressional Districts Act

IntroducedJanuary 22, 2026

Introduced9 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Introduced in House

Why This Matters

If you live in a state, your congressional district could be drawn more fairly, impacting your representation in government.

Who this affects

voters · residents · immigrant populations

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill requires states to create congressional districts that are connected and compact.
2States can only redraw congressional districts once after each census, unless ordered by a court.
3The bill excludes undocumented immigrants from the population count used for congressional representation.
4States must consider existing political boundaries and communities when drawing districts.
5Each congressional district must have a similar population to ensure fair representation.

Last changed 5 months ago · checked hourly