State House advancing redistricting map with subdivisions after vigorous debate

Photo by: North Dakota State Legislature
Photo by: North Dakota State Legislature

(Bismarck, ND) -- The state House is moving forward with a redistricting map that includes subdivisions after a vigorous debate.  

Representatives engaged in nearly two hours of debate Tuesday before approving the redistricted map. Tribal nations requested subdivisions because they believe their candidates weren't being given a fair chance in elections.  

The measure faced heavy opposition before the issue was advanced to the state Senate for a vote.