Concerns about Census Delays and State Redistricting Deadlines
At a hearing on the 2020 Census, Senator James Lankford (R-OK) addressed concerns over the delays in the census and apportionment data and how that might impact states and their constitutional deadlines for redistricting.
Description
At a hearing on the 2020 Census, Senator James Lankford (R-OK) address concerns over the delays in the census and apportionment data and how that might impact states and their constitutional deadlines for redistricting.
Bell Ringer Assignment
- Describe the delays in delivering the 2020 Census results.
- What problems will the delays in the 2020 Census data cause state legislatures?
- What does Senator Lankford mean when he says that this will “create an enormous litigation nightmare” in the states?
- How might these delays impact redistricting efforts across the country?
Additional Resource
Participants
James LankfordU.S. Senator, U.S. Senate832 Videos
Vocabulary
- Apportionment Count
- Census Bureau
- Enumerated
- Legislative Session
- Litigation
- Redistricting