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Wash. redistricting panel to unveil map proposals

The Columbian
Published: September 12, 2011, 5:00pm

OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) — A panel tasked with redrawing Washington’s congressional and legislative districts is preparing to unveil its draft proposals.

The Washington State Redistricting Commission will release maps during a hearing Monday morning. Each of the four voting members will provide maps, and then the bipartisan panel will begin collecting public comment before working on a final plan.

The redistricting process that takes place every 10 years can shape the political makeup of districts. The state is also gaining a 10th congressional seat, and potential candidates are closely watching how the district takes shape.

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