State of Illinois

Statewide: A fairer approach to redistricting?

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Sean Crawford

Published August 28, 2025 at 1:15 PM CDT

While redistricting is in the headlines now, a bipartisan effort is underway to change how Illinois draws legislative districts. Supporters say it would bring a fairer approach that would better represent the state's population. But it has major hurdles to clear.

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