Georgia Governor Calls Special Session on Redistricting
Gov. Brian Kemp, a Republican, called a special session of the legislature focused on redistricting for the 2028 elections. He also requested lawmakers delay changes to the state's election system that could cause disarray in the midterms. The New York Times reported the dual actions on May 14, 2026.
yahoo.comGov. The governor also asked the legislature to delay changes to the state's election system.
Officials said those changes could cause disarray during the upcoming midterms. The special session focuses on drawing new district maps that will be used beginning with the 2028 election cycle. Redistricting typically follows the decennial census, but states sometimes adjust boundaries at other times for various reasons.
By requesting a delay in election system changes, the governor aims to maintain stability for the midterm elections. The legislature will consider both the redistricting measures and the proposed delay during the special session. The actions come as states continue to prepare for future election cycles following the 2024 presidential election.
Georgia's maps have been the subject of legal and political attention in recent years.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
3 events- May 14, 6:03 AM ET
3 new sources added: Politico, Just the News, Mississippi Today
3 sourcesPolitico · Just the News · Mississippi Today - 2026-05-14
Gov. Brian Kemp called a special session for redistricting for 2028 elections.
1 sourceThe New York Times - 2026-05-14
Gov. Brian Kemp requested delay of election system changes to avoid midterm disarray.
1 sourceThe New York Times
Potential Impact
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Redistricting decisions may influence representation in Georgia for the 2028 cycle.
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Georgia lawmakers will consider new district maps during the special session.
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Potential delay of election system changes could affect midterm election preparations.
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The special session adds to legislative activity in the state this year.
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