House passes constitutional amendment that could pave way for mid

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- The House of Delegates has passed a proposed constitutional amendment that could open the door to lawmakers redrawing Virginia’s congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

The amendment would give lawmakers the option to replace congressional maps drawn through a bipartisan process with maps of their own.

Supporters argue that the redrawing, which will likely make the map more favorable for Democrats, is necessary because Republicans have redrawn maps to their benefit in states like North Carolina and Texas.

“Donald Trump and his allies are attempting an unprecedented power grab to steal congressional seats, rig the 2026 midterm election in their favor, and silence voters before we can have our say at the ballot box,” Jamie Lockhart of Planned Parent