Keeping Communities Whole in Redistricting | Chico News

Chico News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

Congressman James Gallagher just dropped a bold new bill—the Representation Act—aimed at stopping communities from being torn apart during congressional redistricting. It forces states to identify “communities of interest” — areas bound by culture, history, or economy — before drawing maps, and gives residents a real say in keeping those neighborhoods intact. Local leaders are rallying behind it, saying split districts weaken collective power on critical issues like schools and jobs. The Election Assistance Commission will provide national tools and enforce transparency, requiring states to…