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A dated list of changes to how Americans vote: district maps, polling places and drop boxes, voting laws and rules, and courts and election officials. Each entry says who did what and when, shows what became of it, and links to the page it rests on. Attempts that failed are listed as failed. Entries that rest on a news report name the outlet.

This is the state view: events recorded for Texas, then national events that apply here. See the national timeline.

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In Texas

2026

  1. Apr 27, 2026 State Maps and lines Decided by a court

    Supreme Court reverses the three-judge court's ruling against the 2025 congressional map

    On April 27, 2026, in Abbott v. League of United Latin American Citizens (No. 25-845), an appeal from the Western District of Texas (No. EP-21-CV-00259), the U.S. Supreme Court wrote: "For the reasons set forth in Abbott v. League of United Latin American Citizens, 607 U. S. ___ (2025), we reverse the District Court's judgment." Justices Sotomayor, Kagan and Jackson dissented from the summary reversal. The Court's docket shows the judgment issued on May 29, 2026.

    Related: Divided three-judge court blocks the 2025 congressional map for the 2026 elections · Supreme Court stays a lower-court order that had blocked the 2025 congressional map · Governor signs House Bill 4, a mid-decade congressional map

    Source last checked Oct 22, 2026

2025

  1. Aug 29, 2025 State Maps and lines Enacted

    Governor signs House Bill 4, a mid-decade congressional map

    The Legislature's record for 89th Legislature, Second Called Session, House Bill 4, relating to the composition of Texas's U.S. House districts, shows House passage on August 23, 2025, delivery to the Governor on August 27 and signature on August 29, 2025. The Supreme Court later noted that "Texas adopted the first new map" in a wave of congressional redistricting ahead of the 2026 midterms.

    Related: Divided three-judge court blocks the 2025 congressional map for the 2026 elections · Supreme Court stays a lower-court order that had blocked the 2025 congressional map · Texas House lacks a quorum as members leave the state during the 2025 redistricting session · Texas House announces a quorum present on August 18, 2025 · Supreme Court reverses the three-judge court's ruling against the 2025 congressional map

    Source last checked Oct 20, 2026

  2. Aug 18, 2025 State Maps and lines Reported

    Texas House announces a quorum present on August 18, 2025

    The Texas House Journal for August 18, 2025, the third day of the 89th Legislature's second called session, records that, with strict enforcement of the roll requested by Representative Moody, "a quorum was announced present (Record 4)."

    Related: Texas House lacks a quorum as members leave the state during the 2025 redistricting session · Governor signs House Bill 4, a mid-decade congressional map · Texas Supreme Court declines to remove House Democrats who broke quorum in 2025

    Source last checked Oct 22, 2026

  3. Aug 4, 2025 State Maps and lines Reported

    Texas House lacks a quorum as members leave the state during the 2025 redistricting session

    The Texas House Journal for August 4, 2025, the fifth day of the 89th Legislature's first called session, records that after strict enforcement of the roll was requested, "a quorum was not present (Record 6)," and lists the members present and absent. The Texas Supreme Court later wrote that "several dozen House members left the state, on August 3, for the express purpose of preventing the House from functioning." The Journal records an absent quorum on later days, including August 8, 11, 12 and 15, and at the start of the second called session on August 15, 2025.

    Related: Governor signs House Bill 4, a mid-decade congressional map · Texas House announces a quorum present on August 18, 2025 · Texas Supreme Court declines to remove House Democrats who broke quorum in 2025

    Source last checked Oct 22, 2026

  4. Jun 3, 2025 County Maps and lines Enacted

    Tarrant County commissioners adopt a mid-decade precinct map on a 3-2 vote

    The Fort Worth Report reported that on June 3, 2025 Tarrant County commissioners voted 3 to 2 along party lines to adopt a new commissioners precinct map, with the two Democratic commissioners opposed. A commissioner was quoted describing the goal as moving the court from three Republicans and two Democrats to four Republicans and one Democrat. Lawsuits by residents and by civic groups followed.

    Source last checked Oct 21, 2026

2022

  1. Mar 24, 2022 County Maps and lines Pending

    Justice Department sues Galveston County, Texas, over its 2021 commissioners court map

    On March 24, 2022, in United States v. Galveston County, Texas (S.D. Tex.), the Justice Department filed a complaint under Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act challenging the county's 2021 redistricting plan for its commissioners court. The Department's case page lists no outcome.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

2021

  1. Oct 25, 2021 State Maps and lines Enacted

    Governor signs Senate Bill 6, the 2021 congressional map

    The Legislature's record for 87th Legislature, Third Called Session, Senate Bill 6, relating to the composition of Texas's districts for the U.S. House, shows House passage on October 17, 2021 and signature by the Governor on October 25, 2021.

    Source last checked Oct 20, 2026

2013

  1. Jun 26, 2013 State Maps and lines Enacted

    Governor signs new congressional, Texas House and Texas Senate maps in a special session

    The Legislature's records show Senate Bill 4 (congressional), Senate Bill 3 (Texas House) and Senate Bill 2 (Texas Senate) of the 83rd Legislature, First Called Session, each signed by the Governor on June 26, 2013, after being sent to him on June 24, 2013.

    Related: Supreme Court reverses most of a Texas court's rulings against the 2013 maps

    Source last checked Oct 20, 2026

2012

  1. Mar 5, 2012 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to Galveston County's 2011 commissioners court plan and precinct reductions

    In a letter of March 5, 2012, the Justice Department addressed Galveston County's 2011 commissioners court plan and the reduction in justice of the peace posts from nine to five and constables from eight to five. The letter states that, on behalf of the Attorney General, the writer must object to the plan and the reductions, stating that "under the benchmark plan, minority voters in three districts could elect candidates of choice; but under the proposed plan, that ability is reduced to one."

    Related: Fifth Circuit, sitting en banc, rules Section 2 does not allow coalition claims in Galveston County case

    Source last checked Oct 20, 2026

  2. Feb 7, 2012 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to Nueces County's 2011 commissioners court plan

    In a letter of February 7, 2012, the Justice Department did not object to the county's justice of the peace and constable plan but stated: "on behalf of the Attorney General, I object to the 2011 redistricting plan for commissioners court." The letter reports that 60.6 percent of the county's 2010 Census population was Hispanic and discusses an alternative plan presented at a June 15, 2011 public hearing.

    Source last checked Oct 20, 2026

2002

  1. Jun 21, 2002 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to Waller County's 2001 commissioner, justice of the peace and constable plans

    In a letter of June 21, 2002, the Justice Department addressed the 2001 redistricting plans for the Waller County commissioners court, justice of the peace and constable districts, along with polling place changes. It states that "I cannot conclude that the county's burden under Section 5 has been sustained" and that, on behalf of the Attorney General, the writer must object, noting that the benchmark plan had two majority-minority precincts and the proposed plan only one.

    Related: Three-judge federal court finds for the United States against the Waller County voter registrar over Prairie View A&M student registration · Justice Department sues Waller County over voter registration practices affecting Prairie View A&M students; consent decree entered October 17, 2008

    Source last checked Oct 20, 2026

2001

  1. Nov 16, 2001 State Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to the 2001 Texas House redistricting plan

    In a letter listed as dated November 16, 2001, the Justice Department addressed the 2001 redistricting plan for the Texas House of Representatives, adopted by the Legislative Redistricting Board after the Legislature did not enact a plan. The letter states: "I cannot conclude that the State's burden under Section 5 has been sustained in this instance. Therefore, on behalf of the Attorney General, I must object to the 2001 redistricting plan for the Texas House of Representatives."

    Source last checked Oct 20, 2026

2000

  1. Jun 5, 2000 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Sealy Independent School District (Austin County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated June 5, 2000, to Sealy Independent School District (Austin County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1999

  1. Jul 16, 1999 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Lamesa (Dawson County): Deannexation by referendum of the property annexed under Ordinance No. 0-06-98

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated July 16, 1999, to Lamesa (Dawson County). The list describes the change as "Deannexation by referendum of the property annexed under Ordinance No. 0-06-98." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1997

  1. Mar 17, 1997 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Webster (Harris County): Annexation (Ordinance No. 95-33)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 17, 1997, to Webster (Harris County). The list describes the change as "Annexation (Ordinance No. 95-33)." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 4-7-98." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1995

  1. Jun 26, 1995 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Andrews (Andrews County)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated June 26, 1995, to Andrews (Andrews County). The list describes the change as "Method of election from at-large by majority vote with numbered posts, staggered terms, and a 2-2-1 method of staggering to cumulative voting by plurality vote with numbered posts, staggered terms, and a 3-2 method of staggering." The list adds the note "Declaratory judgment entered 1-29-96, in City of Andrews v. Reno (D.D.C. 1995)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1994

  1. Oct 31, 1994 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Gonzales County Underground Water Conservation District (Gonzales County): Districting plan

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated October 31, 1994, to Gonzales County Underground Water Conservation District (Gonzales County). The list describes the change as "Districting plan." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Aug 22, 1994 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Edna Independent School District (Jackson County): Five single-member districts and two at large

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated August 22, 1994, to Edna Independent School District (Jackson County). The list describes the change as "Method of election--five single-member districts and two at large." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Jun 13, 1994 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Mexia Independent School District (Limestone County): Five single-member districts and two at large

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated June 13, 1994, to Mexia Independent School District (Limestone County). The list describes the change as "Method of election--five single-member districts and two at large." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1993

  1. Aug 30, 1993 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Wharton County: Redistricting plans (commissioners court, justices of the peace/constables)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated August 30, 1993, to Wharton County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting plans (commissioners court, justices of the peace/constables)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Jul 19, 1993 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Bailey County: Reduction in the number of justice of the peace and constable districts from four to one

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated July 19, 1993, to Bailey County. The list describes the change as "Reduction in the number of justice of the peace and constable districts from four to one." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Jun 4, 1993 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in McCulloch County: 1991 redistricting plan for the commissioners court

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated June 4, 1993, to McCulloch County. The list describes the change as "1991 redistricting plan for the commissioners court." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  4. May 10, 1993 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Castro County: 1993 redistricting plan for the commissioners court

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated May 10, 1993, to Castro County. The list describes the change as "1993 redistricting plan for the commissioners court." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  5. Mar 22, 1993 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Carthage Independent School District (Panola County)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 22, 1993, to Carthage Independent School District (Panola County). The list describes the change as "Method of election from seven members elected at large by numbered places and majority vote to five members elected from single-member districts and two at-large seats by numbered places with a majority vote requirement." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 1-3-94." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  6. Feb 19, 1993 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Atlanta Independent School District (Cass County): Method of election

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated February 19, 1993, to Atlanta Independent School District (Cass County). The list describes the change as "Method of election; five single-member districts and two at-large seats." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1992

  1. Dec 14, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Galveston (Galveston County): Method of election

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated December 14, 1992, to Galveston (Galveston County). The list describes the change as "Method of election; four single-member districts and two at-large seats; the adoption of numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Oct 6, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Castro County: 1992 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated October 6, 1992, to Castro County. The list describes the change as "1992 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Jul 31, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Del Valle Independent School District (Travis County)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated July 31, 1992, to Del Valle Independent School District (Travis County). The list describes the change as "Method of election, districting plan, and the majority vote requirement for at-large position." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  4. Jul 14, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Gaines County: 1991 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated July 14, 1992, to Gaines County. The list describes the change as "1991 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  5. Apr 10, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Deaf Smith County: 1991 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 10, 1992, to Deaf Smith County. The list describes the change as "1991 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  6. Apr 10, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Hale County: 1991 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 10, 1992, to Hale County. The list describes the change as "1991 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  7. Apr 6, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Bailey County: 1991 redistricting plan (commissioner and justice of the peace/constable districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 6, 1992, to Bailey County. The list describes the change as "1991 redistricting plan (commissioner and justice of the peace/constable districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  8. Apr 6, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Cochran County: 1991 redistricting plan commissioners court districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 6, 1992, to Cochran County. The list describes the change as "1991 redistricting plan commissioners court districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  9. Apr 6, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Terrell County: 1991 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 6, 1992, to Terrell County. The list describes the change as "1991 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  10. Mar 30, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Castro County: 1991 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 30, 1992, to Castro County. The list describes the change as "1991 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  11. Mar 30, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Ellis County: 1991 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 30, 1992, to Ellis County. The list describes the change as "1991 redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  12. Mar 30, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Lubbock Independent School District (Lubbock County): 1991 redistricting plan

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 30, 1992, to Lubbock Independent School District (Lubbock County). The list describes the change as "1991 redistricting plan." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  13. Mar 30, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Monahans-Wickett-Pyote Independent School District (Ward County): 1991 redistricting plan (trustee districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 30, 1992, to Monahans-Wickett-Pyote Independent School District (Ward County). The list describes the change as "1991 redistricting plan (trustee districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  14. Mar 17, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Calhoun County: Redistricting plan (commissioners court districts, and justice of the peace and constable districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 17, 1992, to Calhoun County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting plan (commissioners court districts, and justice of the peace and constable districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  15. Mar 17, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Galveston County: Redistricting plan (justice of the peace/constable districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 17, 1992, to Galveston County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting plan (justice of the peace/constable districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  16. Mar 17, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Gregg County: Redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 17, 1992, to Gregg County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting plan (commissioners court districts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  17. Mar 9, 1992 State Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to the 1992 Texas Senate redistricting plan

    In a letter of March 9, 1992, the Justice Department addressed Senate Bill No. 1 (1992), a Senate redistricting plan. The letter notes that a three-judge federal court in Terrazas had ruled in January 1992 that the enacted plan could not be implemented because it failed to satisfy Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, and states that, on behalf of the Attorney General, the writer must object to the plan.

    Source last checked Oct 20, 2026

  18. Jan 7, 1992 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in El Campo (Wharton County)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated January 7, 1992, to El Campo (Wharton County). The list describes the change as "Method of electing the at-large councilmembers (in a four district, three at-large method of election) involving the separate designation of one seat on the ballot and the adoption of a majority vote requirement for that seat." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1991

  1. Dec 24, 1991 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Del Valle Independent School District (Travis County)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated December 24, 1991, to Del Valle Independent School District (Travis County). The list describes the change as "Change in method of election to five trustees elected from single-member districts and two elected at large, the districting plan, and a polling place change." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Nov 12, 1991 State Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to the 1991 Texas House redistricting plan

    In a letter of November 12, 1991, the Justice Department addressed Chapter 899 (1991), the redistricting plan for the Texas House of Representatives. The letter states: "on behalf of the Attorney General, I must object to the 1991 redistricting plan for the State House of Representatives because of the concerns relating to the proposed configurations for the areas discussed above."

    Source last checked Oct 20, 2026

  3. Oct 4, 1991 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Houston (Harris, Montgomery and Fort Bend Counties): Redistricting plan

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated October 4, 1991, to Houston (Harris, Montgomery and Fort Bend Counties). The list describes the change as "Redistricting plan." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Harris County, Montgomery County, Fort Bend County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  4. May 6, 1991 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Dallas (Collin, Dallas, Denton, Kaufman and Rockwall Counties)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated May 6, 1991, to Dallas (Collin, Dallas, Denton, Kaufman and Rockwall Counties). The list describes the change as "Redistricting plans and the proposed charter amendments establishing the 10-4-1 method of election and changing the definition of terms under the consecutive terms provisions for non-mayoral candidate eligibility." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Collin County, Dallas County, Denton County, Kaufman County, Rockwall County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  5. Apr 22, 1991 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Refugio Independent School District (Refugio County)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 22, 1991, to Refugio Independent School District (Refugio County). The list describes the change as "Method of electing the school board from at large to five single-member districts and two at large, the concurrent election of the at-large seats by numbered position, the districting plan and the implementation schedule." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  6. Mar 19, 1991 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1 (Lubbock County): Selection of polling places for Precincts 2 and 3

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 19, 1991, to Lubbock County Water Control and Improvement District No. 1 (Lubbock County). The list describes the change as "Selection of polling places for Precincts 2 and 3." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  7. Mar 13, 1991 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Dallas (Collin, Dallas, Denton, Kaufman and Rockwall Counties)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 13, 1991, to Dallas (Collin, Dallas, Denton, Kaufman and Rockwall Counties). The list describes the change as "Redistricting plans and the proposed charter amendments establishing the 10-4-1 method of election and changing the definition of terms under the consecutive terms provisions for non-mayoral candidate eligibility." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 8-2-91, based on change in method of election." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Collin County, Dallas County, Denton County, Kaufman County, Rockwall County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1990

  1. Dec 21, 1990 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Grapeland (Houston County): Four annexations (March 27, 1990)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated December 21, 1990, to Grapeland (Houston County). The list describes the change as "Four annexations (March 27, 1990)." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 4-19-91, based on change in method of election." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Feb 12, 1990 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Nolan County Hospital District

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated February 12, 1990, to Nolan County Hospital District. The list describes the change as "Method of election and districting plan, as contained in Senate Bill No. 315 (1989), for the board of directors of the newly created Nolan County Hospital District." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1989

  1. Oct 27, 1989 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Cuero (DeWitt County): Districting plan

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated October 27, 1989, to Cuero (DeWitt County). The list describes the change as "Districting plan." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. May 8, 1989 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Refugio Independent School District (Refugio County)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated May 8, 1989, to Refugio Independent School District (Refugio County). The list describes the change as "Method of election from seven trustees elected at large (with numbered posts and plurality win) to five single-member districts and two at-large positions (plurality win), the districting plan, an implementation schedule which includes staggered terms for the two at-large seats, and the selection of two polling places." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Mar 20, 1989 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Baytown (Chambers and Harris Counties): Method of election (5-3-1)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 20, 1989, to Baytown (Chambers and Harris Counties). The list describes the change as "Method of election (5-3-1); districting plan; increase in number of councilmembers from seven to nine; provision that the three at-large members other than the mayor will be elected from numbered positions to staggered terms." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Chambers County, Harris County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  4. Feb 3, 1989 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in El Campo (Wharton County): Numbered positions and a majority-vote requirement for the at-large positions

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated February 3, 1989, to El Campo (Wharton County). The list describes the change as "Numbered positions and a majority-vote requirement for the at-large positions." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1988

  1. Sep 26, 1988 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Lynn County: Reduction in the number of justice of the peace and constable precincts from five to one

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated September 26, 1988, to Lynn County. The list describes the change as "Reduction in the number of justice of the peace and constable precincts from five to one." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Aug 12, 1988 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Jasper (Jasper County): Annexation

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated August 12, 1988, to Jasper (Jasper County). The list describes the change as "Ordinance No. 3-88-1--annexation." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 12-24-91 upon change in method of election." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Jun 14, 1988 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in San Patricio County

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated June 14, 1988, to San Patricio County. The list describes the change as "Reduction in the number of justice of the peace and constable precincts and the districting plan adopted for its implementation." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  4. Apr 18, 1988 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Marshall Independent School District (Harrison County): Method of election

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 18, 1988, to Marshall Independent School District (Harrison County). The list describes the change as "Method of election; districting plan; majority-vote requirement for trustees elected from single-member districts; polling place consolidation." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  5. Jan 22, 1988 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Hondo Independent School District (Frio and Medina Counties): Method of election

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated January 22, 1988, to Hondo Independent School District (Frio and Medina Counties). The list describes the change as "Method of election; districting plan." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Frio County, Medina County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1987

  1. Oct 2, 1987 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Crockett County

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated October 2, 1987, to Crockett County. The list describes the change as "Chapter 2, S.B. No. 88 (1987)--to the extent that it proposes to use the at-large system with numbered positions for electing the board of directors for the newly created Crockett County Hospital District." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Jun 22, 1987 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Marlin Independent School District (Falls County): Method of election

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated June 22, 1987, to Marlin Independent School District (Falls County). The list describes the change as "Method of election; numbered positions and staggered terms for two at-large seats; implementation schedule." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1986

  1. Oct 14, 1986 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Trinity Valley Community College District (Anderson, Henderson, Hunt, Kaufman and Van Zandt Counties): Redistricting plan

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated October 14, 1986, to Trinity Valley Community College District (Anderson, Henderson, Hunt, Kaufman and Van Zandt Counties). The list describes the change as "Redistricting plan." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Anderson County, Henderson County, Hunt County, Kaufman County, Van Zandt County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Jul 18, 1986 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in El Campo (Wharton County): Two districting plans

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated July 18, 1986, to El Campo (Wharton County). The list describes the change as "Two districting plans." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Apr 10, 1986 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Plainview Independent School District (Hale County): Method of election and districting plan

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 10, 1986, to Plainview Independent School District (Hale County). The list describes the change as "Method of election and districting plan." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1985

  1. Nov 18, 1985 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Lynn County: Reduction in the number of justice of the peace and constable precincts from five to one

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated November 18, 1985, to Lynn County. The list describes the change as "Reduction in the number of justice of the peace and constable precincts from five to one." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Nov 8, 1985 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in El Campo (Wharton County)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated November 8, 1985, to El Campo (Wharton County). The list describes the change as "1975 imposition of numbered positions and a majority vote requirement, and the 1985 change to the election of four councilmembers by single-member districts and three at large with a new staggering method." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Jan 18, 1985 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Rusk Independent School District (Cherokee County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated January 18, 1985, to Rusk Independent School District (Cherokee County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1983

  1. Dec 27, 1983 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Pewitt Consolidated Independent School District (Cass, Morris, and Titus Counties): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated December 27, 1983, to Pewitt Consolidated Independent School District (Cass, Morris, and Titus Counties). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Cass County, Morris County, Titus County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Oct 20, 1983 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Jefferson County (Beaumont and South Park Independent School Districts): Dissolution of the Beaumont Independent School District

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated October 20, 1983, to Jefferson County (Beaumont and South Park Independent School Districts). The list describes the change as "Dissolution of the Beaumont Independent School District; the creation of a common school district and its attachment to the South Park Independent School District." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Aug 19, 1983 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Stockdale Independent School District (Wilson County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated August 19, 1983, to Stockdale Independent School District (Wilson County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1982

  1. Oct 14, 1982 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Pleasanton (Atascosa County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated October 14, 1982, to Pleasanton (Atascosa County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Mar 15, 1982 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Angleton Independent School District (Brazoria County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 15, 1982, to Angleton Independent School District (Brazoria County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Mar 12, 1982 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Port Arthur (Jefferson County): Consolidation of City of Port Arthur and Town of Griffing Park

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 12, 1982, to Port Arthur (Jefferson County). The list describes the change as "Consolidation of City of Port Arthur and Town of Griffing Park; method of election." The list adds the note "Consolidation precleared 3-21-83 upon change in method of election." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  4. Feb 18, 1982 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Uvalde County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated February 18, 1982, to Uvalde County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  5. Jan 22, 1982 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Uvalde County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated January 22, 1982, to Uvalde County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1981

  1. Mar 16, 1981 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Liberty Independent School District (Liberty County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 16, 1981, to Liberty Independent School District (Liberty County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Feb 9, 1981 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in West Orange-Cove Consolidated Independent School District (Orange County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated February 9, 1981, to West Orange-Cove Consolidated Independent School District (Orange County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1980

  1. Sep 3, 1980 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Victoria (Victoria County): Four annexations

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated September 3, 1980, to Victoria (Victoria County). The list describes the change as "Four annexations." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 3-13-81 upon change in electoral system." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Aug 12, 1980 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Jim Wells County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated August 12, 1980, to Jim Wells County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Aug 8, 1980 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Cleveland Independent School District (Liberty County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated August 8, 1980, to Cleveland Independent School District (Liberty County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  4. Apr 16, 1980 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Corpus Christi Independent School District (Nueces County): Apportionment plan (four single-member districts, three at-large)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 16, 1980, to Corpus Christi Independent School District (Nueces County). The list describes the change as "Apportionment plan (four single-member districts, three at-large)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  5. Apr 3, 1980 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Nacogdoches Independent School District (Nacogdoches County): Apportionment plan (five single-member districts, two at-large)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 3, 1980, to Nacogdoches Independent School District (Nacogdoches County). The list describes the change as "Apportionment plan (five single-member districts, two at-large)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  6. Mar 5, 1980 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Port Arthur (Jefferson County): Six annexations

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 5, 1980, to Port Arthur (Jefferson County). The list describes the change as "Six annexations." The list adds the note "Declaratory judgment denied in City of Port Arthur v. United States, 517 F. Supp. 987 (D.D.C. 1981), aff'd, 459 U.S. 159 (1982); objection to annexation Withdrawn 3-21-83 upon change in method of election." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  7. Feb 25, 1980 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Cochran County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated February 25, 1980, to Cochran County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting; additional voting precincts; polling places." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  8. Feb 1, 1980 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Comal County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated February 1, 1980, to Comal County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 9-22-80." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  9. Feb 1, 1980 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Jim Wells County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated February 1, 1980, to Jim Wells County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1979

  1. Dec 27, 1979 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in La Porte (Harris County)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated December 27, 1979, to La Porte (Harris County). The list describes the change as "Method of election (four districts, three at large with numbered posts), districting plan, majority vote requirement, three-year staggered terms." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Dec 11, 1979 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Medina County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated December 11, 1979, to Medina County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Dec 7, 1979 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Atascosa County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated December 7, 1979, to Atascosa County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  4. Sep 14, 1979 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Lockhart (Caldwell County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated September 14, 1979, to Lockhart (Caldwell County). The list describes the change as "Home Rule Charter--numbered posts; staggered terms." The list adds the note "Declaratory judgment denied in City of Lockhart v. United States, No. 80-0364 (D.D.C. July 30, 1981), vacated, 460 U.S. 125 (1983)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  5. Sep 12, 1979 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Comal Independent School District (Bexar, Comal and Guadalupe Counties): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated September 12, 1979, to Comal Independent School District (Bexar, Comal and Guadalupe Counties). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Bexar County, Comal County, Guadalupe County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  6. Jun 11, 1979 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Houston (Harris County): Fourteen annexations

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated June 11, 1979, to Houston (Harris County). The list describes the change as "Fourteen annexations." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 9-21-79 upon adoption of hybrid 9-5 plan." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  7. May 11, 1979 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Alto Independent School District (Cherokee County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated May 11, 1979, to Alto Independent School District (Cherokee County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  8. Feb 1, 1979 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Beeville (Bee County): Single-member district plan

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated February 1, 1979, to Beeville (Bee County). The list describes the change as "Single-member district plan." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  9. Jan 18, 1979 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Hereford Independent School District (Castro, Deaf Smith, and Parmer Counties): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated January 18, 1979, to Hereford Independent School District (Castro, Deaf Smith, and Parmer Counties). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Castro County, Deaf Smith County, Parmer County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1978

  1. Dec 27, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Terrell County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated December 27, 1978, to Terrell County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Aug 8, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Harrison County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated August 8, 1978, to Harrison County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Jul 7, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Ector County Independent School District (Ector County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated July 7, 1978, to Ector County Independent School District (Ector County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  4. Jul 3, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Jim Wells County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated July 3, 1978, to Jim Wells County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  5. Jun 30, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Brazos County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated June 30, 1978, to Brazos County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 11-15-78." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  6. Apr 28, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Aransas County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 28, 1978, to Aransas County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  7. Apr 28, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Corsicana Independent School District (Navarro County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 28, 1978, to Corsicana Independent School District (Navarro County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  8. Apr 26, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Edwards County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 26, 1978, to Edwards County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  9. Apr 14, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Medina County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 14, 1978, to Medina County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  10. Apr 7, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Neches Independent School District (Anderson County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 7, 1978, to Neches Independent School District (Anderson County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  11. Mar 24, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Nueces County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 24, 1978, to Nueces County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  12. Mar 24, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Port Arthur (Jefferson County): Consolidation of the Cities of Lakeview and Pear Ridge with the City of Port Arthur

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 24, 1978, to Port Arthur (Jefferson County). The list describes the change as "Consolidation of the Cities of Lakeview and Pear Ridge with the City of Port Arthur; redistricting of residency districts." The list adds the note "Objection to consolidation Withdrawn 3-21-83 upon change in method of election." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  13. Jan 16, 1978 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Fort Worth Independent School District (Tarrant County)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated January 16, 1978, to Fort Worth Independent School District (Tarrant County). The list describes the change as "Delayed implementation of single-member districts (Section 23-023(h), Texas Education Code)." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 2-17-78." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1977

  1. Aug 1, 1977 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Caldwell County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated August 1, 1977, to Caldwell County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Apr 11, 1977 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Prairie Lea Independent School District (Caldwell County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 11, 1977, to Prairie Lea Independent School District (Caldwell County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Apr 4, 1977 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Comal Independent School District (Bexar, Comal and Guadalupe Counties): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 4, 1977, to Comal Independent School District (Bexar, Comal and Guadalupe Counties). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Bexar County, Comal County, Guadalupe County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  4. Mar 24, 1977 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Lufkin Independent School District (Angelina County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 24, 1977, to Lufkin Independent School District (Angelina County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  5. Mar 17, 1977 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Somerset Independent School District (Atascosa and Bexar Counties): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 17, 1977, to Somerset Independent School District (Atascosa and Bexar Counties). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Atascosa County, Bexar County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  6. Feb 25, 1977 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in South Park Independent School District (Jefferson County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated February 25, 1977, to South Park Independent School District (Jefferson County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  7. Jan 13, 1977 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Westheimer Independent School District (Harris County): Special election implementing new district

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated January 13, 1977, to Westheimer Independent School District (Harris County). The list describes the change as "Special election implementing new district." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

1976

  1. Nov 12, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Woodville (Tyler County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated November 12, 1976, to Woodville (Tyler County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  2. Oct 13, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Uvalde County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated October 13, 1976, to Uvalde County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list adds the note "Section 5 objection ruled untimely in Garcia v. Uvalde County, 455 F. Supp. 101 (W.D. Tex. 1978), aff'd mem., 439 U.S. 1059 (1979)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  3. Aug 6, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Midland Independent School District (Midland County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated August 6, 1976, to Midland Independent School District (Midland County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 11-13-78." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  4. Aug 2, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Hawkins Independent School District (Wood County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated August 2, 1976, to Hawkins Independent School District (Wood County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  5. Jul 27, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Waller County: Redistricting (commissioner, justice of the peace and voting precincts)

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated July 27, 1976, to Waller County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting (commissioner, justice of the peace and voting precincts)." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  6. Jul 7, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Crockett County: Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated July 7, 1976, to Crockett County. The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  7. May 24, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Hereford Independent School District (Castro, Deaf Smith and Parmer Counties): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated May 24, 1976, to Hereford Independent School District (Castro, Deaf Smith and Parmer Counties). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Castro County, Deaf Smith County, Parmer County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  8. May 21, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Trinity Independent School District (Trinity and Walker Counties): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated May 21, 1976, to Trinity Independent School District (Trinity and Walker Counties). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Trinity County, Walker County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  9. May 17, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Rusk (Cherokee County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated May 17, 1976, to Rusk (Cherokee County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  10. May 5, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Pettus Independent School District (Bee and Karnes Counties): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated May 5, 1976, to Pettus Independent School District (Bee and Karnes Counties). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Bee County, Karnes County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  11. Apr 19, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Liberty Independent School District (Liberty County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 19, 1976, to Liberty Independent School District (Liberty County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  12. Apr 16, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Frio County: 1973 redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 16, 1976, to Frio County. The list describes the change as "1973 redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  13. Apr 2, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in San Antonio (Bexar County): Thirteen annexations

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 2, 1976, to San Antonio (Bexar County). The list describes the change as "Thirteen annexations." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 1-24-77 after change in electoral system." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  14. Apr 2, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Victoria County: Consolidation of two school districts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated April 2, 1976, to Victoria County. The list describes the change as "Consolidation of two school districts." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 8-16-76." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  15. Mar 30, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Lockney Independent School District (Floyd and Hale Counties): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 30, 1976, to Lockney Independent School District (Floyd and Hale Counties). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Counties: Floyd County, Hale County

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  16. Mar 29, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Luling (Caldwell County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 29, 1976, to Luling (Caldwell County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  17. Mar 23, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Pecos (Reeves County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 23, 1976, to Pecos (Reeves County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  18. Mar 19, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Orange Grove Independent School District (Jim Wells County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 19, 1976, to Orange Grove Independent School District (Jim Wells County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  19. Mar 12, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Dumas Independent School District (Moore County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 12, 1976, to Dumas Independent School District (Moore County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  20. Mar 11, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Monahans (Ward County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 11, 1976, to Monahans (Ward County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list adds the note "Withdrawn 6-1-76." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  21. Mar 10, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Texas City (Galveston County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 10, 1976, to Texas City (Galveston County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  22. Mar 9, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Forney Independent School District (Kaufman County): Numbered posts

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated March 9, 1976, to Forney Independent School District (Kaufman County). The list describes the change as "Numbered posts; majority vote requirement." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

  23. Feb 25, 1976 County Maps and lines Blocked by federal objection

    Justice Department objects under Section 5 to a change in Tyler (Smith County): Redistricting

    The Justice Department's list of Section 5 objections for Texas records an objection letter dated February 25, 1976, to Tyler (Smith County). The list describes the change as "Redistricting." The list links the objection letter.

    Source last checked Oct 24, 2026

Nationwide

2026

  1. Sep 10, 2026 National Maps and lines Proposed

    Census Bureau proposes residence criteria for the 2030 census that would exclude some noncitizens from the apportionment count

    On September 10, 2026 the Census Bureau, an agency of the Department of Commerce, published a proposed rule in the Federal Register (91 FR 57524, Docket No. 260903-0005, RIN 0607-AA75) that would add two new parts to the Code of Federal Regulations: residence criteria for the decennial census, and standards and restrictions for demographic questions on the census questionnaire. On residence, the notice states that "the Census Bureau proposes to include lawful permanent residents within the apportionment base, while excluding from the apportionment base illegal aliens and aliens whose legal status is less durable and indefinite in length than lawful permanent resident status," and says it is considering using administrative records to determine legal status. The comment period, first set to end October 13, 2026, was extended to November 2, 2026 by a notice published October 5, 2026. Al Jazeera and CNBC reported on the proposal, and CNBC reported that opponents expect litigation.

    Source last checked Oct 22, 2026

2021

  1. Aug 12, 2021 National Maps and lines Settled

    Census Bureau releases 2020 redistricting data for states

    On August 12, 2021, the Census Bureau released the 2020 Census Redistricting Data (Public Law 94-171) Summary File, which it described as delivering data for states to begin redistricting. On September 16, 2021, it released the same data in an easier-to-use format on data.census.gov and delivered a toolkit to states.

    Source last checked Oct 22, 2026

  2. Apr 26, 2021 National Maps and lines Settled

    Census Bureau announces 2020 Census apportionment results

    On April 26, 2021, the Census Bureau announced that the 2020 Census resident population of the United States on April 1, 2020 was 331,449,281, and that Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo delivered the population counts used for apportionment of the U.S. House to the President.

    Source last checked Oct 20, 2026

1967

  1. Dec 14, 1967 National Maps and lines Enacted

    Congress requires single-member congressional districts (Public Law 90-196)

    Public Law 90-196, approved December 14, 1967, provides that in each state entitled to more than one Representative "there shall be established by law a number of districts equal to the number of Representatives to which such State is so entitled," with "no district to elect more than one Representative."

    Source last checked Oct 20, 2026

How this timeline is built

Every entry rests on at least one source that was opened and read, and that source states the date and the fact. Courts, legislatures, election offices, the Justice Department, the Census Bureau, the Federal Register and Congress.gov come first. A news report is used only when no official page states the fact, and it is labeled with the outlet's name. Encyclopedias are not used as sources. History starts in 1965 with the Voting Rights Act. County names come from the Census Bureau's 2024 Gazetteer. Congressional district numbers are those in use for the 2026 election; an event is tagged to a district only when its source names that congressional district.

When a later event changes an earlier one, such as a law later struck down, both entries are listed and point to each other. This page does not predict outcomes or say which party a change helps. U.S. House maps for 2026 · Back to the 2026 voting center.