Texas Will Gain 2 House Seats, 5 States To Gain 1

Texas Will Gain 2 House Seats, 5 States To Gain 1

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The video discusses the impact of population changes on congressional seats, highlighting that Texas will gain two seats while seven states, including California, will lose one. It explains the redistricting process, which varies by state, with some using independent commissions and others allowing the legislature to control the process. The video also notes that Republican-held legislatures in states like Florida, North Carolina, and Texas can draw districts to their advantage.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the population growth rate important for congressional representation?

It affects the number of senators a state has.

It impacts the state's education funding.

It determines the number of congressional seats a state receives.

It influences the state's budget allocation.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which state will gain two seats in the House of Representatives?

California

Florida

New York

Texas

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following states will lose a congressional seat for the first time?

Ohio

California

Illinois

Pennsylvania

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is responsible for redrawing district maps in Colorado?

The governor

An independent commission

The federal government

The state legislature

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which states do Republicans control the legislature, allowing them to influence district drawing?

Montana, Oregon, and Colorado

Florida, North Carolina, and Texas

New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania

California, Illinois, and Michigan