TALLAHASSEE, FL — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that he will call a special legislative session in the spring to redraw the state’s congressional districts, saying lawmakers must wait for a pending U.S. Supreme Court ruling related to Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act before moving forward. DeSantis told reporters he expects the session to take place between March and May, noting the decision could directly affect Florida’s map.
DeSantis said he will consult with state Senate President Ben Albritton on timing and procedure for the redistricting effort. The governor added he believes the state will be “required” to redraw its districts once the court rules. In preparation, Florida House Speaker Danny Perez created a Select Committee on Congressional Redistricting earlier this fall, chaired by Miami Republican Rep. Mike Redondo and composed of seven Republicans and three Democrats. The committee will hold its first meeting on Dec. 4.
Florida is the latest state to revisit its congressional map ahead of the next election cycle. Texas initiated mid-decade redistricting earlier this year with a proposal projected to give Republicans additional House seats. California Democrats responded with the Election Rigging Response Act, known as Proposition 50, which voters approved in November, allowing state lawmakers to redraw congressional districts. Indiana, Missouri, North Carolina, and Utah have also launched redistricting efforts.
The emerging trend reflects a growing willingness in both parties to reshape maps before 2026, setting up a high-stakes national fight over political power.
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