New York Democrats move toward drawing new congressional lines ahead of 2028

Years after handing redistricting power over to an independent commission, New York Democrats want it back as they join the national map-drawing battle with an eye on the 2028 election

1. Frame 1Albany Democrats propose new redistricting rules that could move House map power from voters' commission back to lawmakers.
2. Frame 2The amendment needs legislative approval again next year, then voter approval before lawmakers can redraw for 2028.
3. Frame 3A 2014 reform created the bipartisan commission; its first post-census map failed and courts imposed lines.
4. Frame 4The proposal keeps the commission but would return much of the map-drawing power to legislators.
5. Frame 5The reported target is as many as four more Democratic-leaning House seats.
6. Frame 6The next pressure point is the second legislative vote, then a statewide referendum before the 2028 map fight.