EXCLUSIVE: Oversight Project sues to block Maryland Democrats’ redistricting measure backed by Gov Moore

A new lawsuit filed in Maryland seeks to block a redistricting amendment backed by Governor Wes Moore from appearing on the ballot. The suit alleges that state officials advanced the measure after missing the statutory deadline for certifying ballot questions. The conservative group Oversight Project argues that the amendment, HB 2100, cannot lawfully reach voters because Maryland’s July 1 deadline for certifying statewide ballot questions passed before lawmakers approved the proposal.

• A lawsuit has been filed in Maryland to block a redistricting amendment from the November ballot.
• The lawsuit alleges that state officials missed the July 1 deadline for certifying ballot questions.
• The amendment, HB 2100, would ask voters to change the Maryland Constitution regarding compactness and boundaries for congressional districts.
• The conservative group Oversight Project and Republican lawmakers are plaintiffs in the suit.
• Plaintiffs argue that a last-minute clause was added to override certification and notice requirements after deadlines had passed.
• Democratic Senator Cheryl Kagan’s remarks during debate are cited, indicating awareness of missed deadlines.
• Republican Delegate Matt Morgan and Delegate Kathy Szeliga express concerns about the process and lack of public comment.
• Governor Moore has defended the amendment as a way for Marylanders to control their representation.
• The lawsuit asks the court to prevent the certification, printing, distribution, tabulation, or canvassing of votes on the amendment.