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Democrats, voting groups question access during Florida political redistricting process

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As the Florida Legislature begins its second week of hearings on state and congressional redistricting, voting rights advocates want to make sure that the public has every opportunity to be heard. One thing seems certain: The Republican-controlled Legislature probably won’t be taking the redistricting show on the road, with maps and staff going from city to city to explain the process and take public input, the Tallahassee Democrat reports. Voter advocates and Democrats want to ensure transparency since the process is controlled by Republicans. Both an in-person and virtual road show were still under discussion, legislative leaders told members. But delays in releasing census data because of COVID-19 shortened the redistricting process, causing a time crunch, they have said.

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