The Maryland Supreme Court ruled on September 3, 2026, to allow a redistricting referendum to remain on the ballot for the upcoming November elections, although it will feature revised wording. This decision reverses a previous ruling by a lower court that had blocked the proposed ballot question.
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Maryland Supreme Court reinstates redistricting referendum for November ballot
The Maryland Supreme Court has decided to keep a redistricting referendum on the November ballot with new wording, overturning a lower court's ruling that had blocked it. This ruling is significant for the Democratic Party as they aim to improve their chances in the upcoming elections.
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