Illinois Democrats revise legislative maps

Democrats put out revised legislative maps for redrawing the state’s political boundaries Thursday afternoon that they say factors in feedback from residents and advocacy groups.

“After 50 public hearings across the state and listening to hours of testimony, the House and Senate Democrats have put together a product our state can be proud of,” said state Rep. Lisa Hernandez, chair of the House Redistricting Committee. “What should stand out about this proposed map is how similar districts look compared to our current map.