To prohibit States from carrying out more than one Congressional redistricting after a decennial census and apportionment.

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Explore the details of House Bill 4889 To prohibit States from carrying out more than one Congressional redistricting after a decennial census and apportionment. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

5/13/2026, 7:47 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4889

The bill titled "To prohibit States from carrying out more than one Congressional redistricting after a decennial census and apportionment," designated as H.R. 4889 in the 119th Congress and introduced on August 5, 2025, aims to restrict states from conducting more than one redistricting process following each decennial census and apportionment.

Congressional Summary of HR 4889

This bill prohibits a state where the congressional districts have been redistricted after a decennial census from carrying out another redistricting until after the next apportionment of Representatives following a decennial census, unless a court requires the state to conduct a subsequent redistricting to comply with the Constitution or enforce the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

The bill is applicable to any congressional redistricting which occurs after the November 2024 election.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4889

Bill HR 4889 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 5, 2025. Bill HR 4889 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on August 5, 2025. Bill HR 4889's most recent activity was Motion to Discharge Committee filed by Mr. Kiley (CA). Petition No: 119-21. (<a href="https://clerk.house.gov/DischargePetition/2026051221">Discharge petition</a> text with signatures.) as of May 12, 2026