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H.R. 4918 · 111th Congress · 2009–2010

Redistricting Transparency Act of 2010

H.R. 4918 in the 111th Congress (2009–2010) was introduced on Mar 23, 2010, sponsored by John Tanner with 39 co-sponsors.

During the 111th Congress (2009–2010), Barack Obama was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Mar 23, 2010
Co-sponsors
39
Policy area
Congress

What it does

Redistricting Transparency Act of 2010 - Requires states to carry out congressional redistricting in accordance with a process under which members of the public are informed of redistricting proposals via the Internet and have the opportunity to participate in the development of such proposals prior to their adoption.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

John Tanner (D-TN). Co-sponsors: 38 Democrats, 1 Republican.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMar 23, 2010
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. (Jun 15, 2010)

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Committees

  • Judiciary Committee

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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 4918 (111th Congress): Redistricting Transparency Act of 2010,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/111-hr-4918/redistricting-transparency-act-of-2010 (accessed 2026-10-17).