Fact check: What states conducted mid-cycle redistricting in the last 20 years

1. Summary of the results

Based on the analyses provided, multiple states have conducted or are actively considering mid-cycle redistricting in the last 20 years. The most comprehensive information comes from a redistricting litigation roundup that identifies 27 states that have engaged in mid-cycle redistricting activities: Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wisconsin ^[1].

Currently, Ohio stands out as the only state definitively due for a mid-decade redraw of its congressional lines, as 2018 reforms require both parties to agree on the map, which they failed to do during the last redistricting cycle ^[2]. Additionally, Texas is actively planning to redraw congressional maps, with other states potentially following suit ^[3].

Several states are currently considering or have recently considered mid-cycle redistricting, including Texas, California, Missouri, New York, Illinois, Indiana, and Florida, though the analyses don't confirm completion of these processes ^[2]. Republicans are pushing for redistricting in Ohio, Indiana, South Carolina, Missouri, Nebraska, and Florida to gain advantage in the 2026 midterm elections ^[4].

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

The original question lacks important context about the political motivations and strategic timing behind mid-cycle redistricting. The analyses reveal that Republican strategists are actively pursuing mid-cycle redistricting as a tactical advantage for the 2026 midterm elections ^[4], while California Democrats are preparing redistricting efforts specifically to counter Texas GOP plans ^[5].

The question also omits the legal and procedural complexities surrounding mid-cycle redistricting. States operate under different constitutional frameworks, with some requiring bipartisan agreement (like Ohio's 2018 reforms) while others allow more unilateral action ^[2]. The Supreme Court has increasingly given states unfettered power in redistricting through a decade of rulings ^[3], which provides crucial context for understanding why more states are pursuing this strategy.

Political parties and their affiliated organizations benefit significantly from successful mid-cycle redistricting efforts, as they can potentially secure additional House seats and electoral advantages. Republican leadership particularly stands to gain from current redistricting pushes in multiple states ^[4], while Democratic leadership in states like California benefits from counter-redistricting strategies ^[5].

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The original question appears neutral and factual in its phrasing, asking for objective information about which states conducted mid-cycle redistricting. However, it lacks temporal specificity beyond "the last 20 years," which could lead to confusion about whether states are currently engaged in redistricting versus having completed it in the past.

The question also doesn't acknowledge the ongoing nature of redistricting battles, potentially creating an impression that mid-cycle redistricting is a completed historical phenomenon rather than an active political strategy being pursued by both parties. The analyses show this is a dynamic, ongoing process with significant implications for the 2026 elections and beyond ^{[4] [5]}.

There's no apparent bias in the question itself, but the framing could benefit from acknowledging the partisan nature of these redistricting efforts and their strategic timing relative to electoral cycles.