Summary
Utah's Republican-led Legislature approved a new map for congressional districts. This map could slightly improve the chances for Democrats to win a House seat, but Republicans are still likely to keep control. The map must be reviewed by a judge before it's finalized.
Key Facts
- Utah's Legislature, controlled by Republicans, approved a new congressional map.
- The map could make two districts slightly more competitive for Democrats.
- All four current Utah House seats are held by Republicans.
- The map puts Salt Lake City into a single district with rural areas.
- A judge will review the map, with a decision expected by November.
- The previous map was rejected for not meeting voter standards against gerrymandering.
- There is a national push by Republicans for mid-decade redistricting to add seats.
- Utah's governor, Spencer Cox, signed the new district rules into law.
