Pryor relieved by rejection of mid-decade redistricting

Today, Dec. 11, the Indiana State Senate voted down House Bill 1032, the gerrymandered congressional map. 

State Rep. Cherrish Pryor (D-Indianapolis), House Minority Floor Leader and a member of the House Committee on Elections and Apportionment, released the following statement: 

“For four months, the conversation has been centered around whether Republicans in the Indiana General Assembly will redraw our congressional maps. Finally, we can put this mess behind us to focus on what Hoosiers really need, like more affordable utilities, healthcare, childcare, housing and groceries. 

“The rejection of House Bill 1032 is a win for all Hoosiers. Everyone benefits from having their voice heard in our democracy and getting to choose who represents them in congress. I am glad that Marion County and my district will stay united under one congressional district so that our unique needs will be advocated for. 

“This relieving outcome was only reached because of all of the many Hoosiers who showed up from across the state to advocate against mid-decade gerrymandering. Whether you wrote a letter, made a phone call, showed up to a town hall or joined a protest, thank you for elevating this issue and standing up for our state. I look forward to fighting to make life better and more affordable for all Hoosiers this January."