Defensive Gerrymander Guard Act
A targeted, time-bound tool to protect fair representation in Colorado—crafted to counter extreme gerrymanders elsewhere while keeping Colorado’s standards high.
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- Authorizes defensive, emergency redistricting when out-of-state extreme maps distort representation.
- Limits authority to the sitting Governor’s current term.
- Preserves Colorado transparency and accountability standards.
Context: strategy must be firm while principles stay high. This act aims to strike that balance.
Read the Draft Bill
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Projected Timeline
- Now — Messaging & Awareness: Change.org Petition launched to build awareness. This is for outreach only — final goal is a formal, legally-binding bill.
- Aug 25, 2025 — Title Board Hearing: Official hearing to review the language and title for potential ballot inclusion.
- Fall 2025 — Bill Refinement: Incorporate Title Board feedback, legal adjustments, and community input.
- Winter 2025 — Legislative or Ballot Filing: Move forward with a complete bill for either legislative action or direct ballot measure.
Turn Support into Action
Urge your Colorado state representatives to advance the Defensive Gerrymander Guard Act.
Status Update
Our organization has officially emailed the Colorado Legislative Council Staff (lcs.ga) to initiate drafting support and begin the formal review process.
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