Wisconsin Gov.-elect Crowley Pledges to Sign Redistricting Bill If Passed
Wisconsin's Gov.-elect David Crowley announced he would sign a bill to redraw the state's congressional map if it is passed by the Legislature. This statement follows Democratic victories in the recent election, securing them majorities in both houses of the…
Green Bay Appleton, WI, November 9, 2026 — David Crowley, Wisconsin’s governor-elect, has stated his intention to sign legislation that would redraw the state’s congressional map, provided such a bill is approved by the state Legislature. This announcement comes in the wake of recent election results that saw Democrats secure majorities in both chambers of the state legislature.
The shift in legislative control grants Democrats the authority to initiate the redistricting process, a significant change from the past where judicial intervention often played a crucial role. Traditionally, congressional maps are redrawn every 10 years following the U.S. Census to reflect population changes, a process that can significantly impact election outcomes.
With new majorities in the Wisconsin State Assembly and Senate, Democrats now have the procedural power to introduce and potentially pass redistricting bills. Governor-elect Crowley’s pledge indicates a willingness to enact a new map if it reaches his desk through the legislative process.
Details regarding the specific provisions of any potential redistricting bill, including proposed district boundaries or the timeline for its introduction and debate in the Legislature, were not provided in the announcement. The exact timing of when such a bill might be considered by the newly constituted legislative bodies also remains to be seen.
The ability for the majority party in the legislature to control the redistricting process is often a focal point in state politics, as it can influence representation for the next decade. Governor-elect Crowley’s commitment to signing a bill, pending legislative passage, signals a potential path forward for redistricting in Wisconsin under the new political landscape.
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