What are “reapportionment” and “redistricting”?
Strictly speaking, “reapportionment” refers to the allocation of the 435 U.S. Congressional seats among the fifty states. The number of seats given to each state is based on the census results and determined by the “method of equal proportions.” Thus, states may gain or lose a seat based on population figures. “Redistricting” refers to redrawing the boundaries of the election districts for congressional seats within the state. The state-by-state population figures released by the Census Bureau on December 28, 2000, indicate that Colorado is entitled to seven seats in Congress, one more than it has had for the last 20 years. Q:Who does redistricting of congressional districts? A: Redrawing the boundaries of congressional districts is the responsibility of the Colorado General Assembly through the passage of a bill, using the normal law-making process. The redistricting bill must be passed by the state House of Representatives, the state Senate, and signed by the Governor. Q: How is this
