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Senate approves bill to require public records of redistricting communications
Summary
The Arkansas Senate passed Senate Bill 12, sponsored by Sen. Sandra King, to restrict private communications by members of the board that draws legislative districts and require public records of redistricting-related exchanges; the bill passed 21–12 with 1 not voting and will be transmitted to the House.
The Arkansas Senate on March 17 passed Senate Bill 12, a measure by Sen. Sandra King that would add transparency requirements to the state’s redistricting process by limiting private communications about drawing legislative maps and requiring records of communications be written, electronic, or occur in an open meeting.
Supporters said the measure aims to prevent backroom deals…
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