State Representative, Dave Severin is voicing opposition after Illinois House Democrats advanced a proposal to change how the state’s legislative district maps are created.
Speaking in Springfield, Severin criticized House Joint Resolution Constitutional Amendment 28, calling it an effort to maintain political control rather than promote fairness in the redistricting process.
He contends the measure would weaken long-standing standards requiring districts to be compact and equal in population, potentially increasing the likelihood of gerrymandering.
Severin also referenced past criticism of Illinois maps, noting they have received failing marks from watchdog groups.
The Republican lawmaker said an alternative approach—establishing a bipartisan commission through a separate proposal—has been repeatedly ignored. He added that the current plan would allow politicians to select their voters, rather than voters choosing their elected officials.