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Redistricting

The process of redrawing the boundaries of electoral districts (such as congressional or state legislative districts) to ensure each district has a roughly equal population, usually after a census.

Decennial Census

The official count of the population conducted by the U.S. government every ten years, as mandated by the Constitution. The data collected is used to determine representation in Congress and allocate federal funds.

Nonpartisan Independent Redistricting Commission

A group formed specifically to draw electoral district maps, composed of members who are not elected officials and who are chosen to ensure political balance (e.g., equal representation from the two largest parties).

Election Assistance Commission (EAC)

An independent federal agency that helps states administer federal elections, provides guidance, and serves as a national clearinghouse of information on election administration.

Congressional Redistricting

The process of redrawing the boundaries of districts from which members of the U.S. House of Representatives are elected.

State Legislative Districts

The electoral districts from which members of a state's own legislative body (like a state house of representatives or state senate) are elected.