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El Paso residents say proposed redistricting would dilute border community's voice
Summary
Multiple West Texas witnesses told the Senate redistricting committee they fear mid‑decade congressional map changes would split El Paso and dilute representation for border communities; several urged maps that keep communities of interest intact and reflect population growth.
Residents and local leaders from El Paso and the Rio Grande Valley used the West Texas regional hearing to urge the Senate committee to preserve communities of interest and to draw congressional districts that reflect population growth in border communities.
Senator Cesar Blanco, representing Senate District 29, opened the hearing and asked senators to ensure maps maintain representation for border and rural communities: "Within my Senate district, there are 2 congressional districts, Congressional District 16 and 23 that must reflect the voices of people who live there. These communities deserve congressional…
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