Georgia

Background 

How We Got Here: Georgia’s Redistricting Fight 

Georgia lawmakers returned to Atlanta on June 17  for a Special Session with stakes that could have reached far beyond the State Capitol.

Georgia’s lawmakers opted not to take up redistricting in a June special session, but may do so at a later date. What happens could determine which communities have a voice, whose concerns are reflected in government, and whether our democracy works for the people or bends to protect those already in power.

This page is here to keep advocates, organizers, and concerned Georgians grounded in the facts and ready for action. You’ll find a timeline of how we got here, talking points to help explain what is at stake, and a calendar of events and actions taking place. 

Our goal is to make it easier for people across Georgia to stay informed, stay connected, and show up in defense of fair maps, fair elections, and fair representation.

This fight may have been delayed for now, but its impact will be felt in communities across the state.

The Mid-Decade Gerrymandering Push

The Setup: Historically, voting districts are redrawn every 10 years after the census. However, following the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision in Louisiana v. Callais—which severely weakened the Voting Rights Act by striking down a majority-Black district—Southern Republicans have rushed to redraw lines mid-decade.  

The Threat: Governor Kemp called a June special session specifically to map out new boundaries before he leaves office in January. Progressive leaders and civil rights organizations warn that this is a partisan power grab designed to dilute the voting power of minority communities, with long-serving Democrats like U.S. Rep.  Sanford Bishop squarely in the crosshairs for the 2028 election cycle.

While Georgia lawmakers announced they wouldn’t take up redistricting in June 2026, after communities across Georgia and the South demonstrated against these power grabs, we could see the legislature take it up after the November election.

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