STATEHOUSE (Aug. 2, 2021) – State Rep. Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) invites constituents to weigh in on Indiana's redistricting process during upcoming public meetings.
"These public meetings connect lawmakers to the community and are a great way for constituents to learn more about the redistricting process," Pressel said. "Public input is important, so if you are unable to attend, you can always watch online to stay informed and contact your legislator at any time to provide feedback."
Indiana is required to redraw its districts for the U.S. House of Representatives, the Indiana House of Representatives and Indiana Senate following the nationwide census every 10 years. Before legislators are expected to return to the Statehouse in mid-to-late September to redraw the district boundaries, public meetings will be held in each of Indiana's nine congressional districts.
Pressel said while Hoosiers can attend any of the nine public meetings in early August, the following are located nearest to LaPorte County:
Campus meeting room information will be updated on the Indiana General Assembly's website at iga.in.gov as it becomes available. Meetings will be livestreamed and archived at iga.in.gov. Visit IndianaHouseRepublicans.com to view the complete list of meeting dates and locations.
Census data is delayed due to the pandemic, but is expected to arrive on Aug. 16. Members of the public can also draw and submit their own maps for consideration by using an online portal with mapping software, which will be launched in late August.
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State Rep. Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) represents House District 20,
which includes portions of LaPorte and Starke counties.
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