Summary
Utah legislators voted to advance a new congressional map that could change the boundaries of its districts before the 2026 midterm elections. The new map aims to make two of Utah's districts more competitive for Democrats. The map was advanced with Republican support, despite opposition from Democratic legislators.
Key Facts
- Utah legislators voted to advance a new congressional map.
- The map could change district boundaries ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
- Democrats hope the new map could make some districts more competitive for them.
- Republicans supported the map; Democrats did not.
- The new map was created to comply with court orders, as the previous map was struck down for partisan gerrymandering.
- The map would make two districts more competitive, with Republicans still having an advantage.
- Salt Lake City, a Democratic stronghold, would not be split as much in the new map.
- The map will be submitted to the court for approval.
