Overview: JR 202, "Mississippi State Senate; revise composition of Districts 1, 2, 10, 11, 19, 34, 41, 42, 44 and 45", has been enrolled and signed.
Purpose and Intent: This joint resolution aims to revise the composition of several Mississippi State Senate districts following the 2020 census. The changes are intended to ensure fair and equitable representation based on updated population data.
Key Provisions:
- Redraws the boundaries of Senate Districts 1, 2, 10, 11, 19, 34, 41, 42, 44, and 45
- Adjusts the geographic areas and populations included in each of these districts
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Residents of the affected Senate districts, who may see changes in their district boundaries and representation
- The Mississippi State Senate, which will have updated district compositions
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The joint resolution has been enrolled and signed, indicating it has been passed by the legislature and signed into law
- The revised district boundaries will be in effect for future elections in Mississippi