Jason Rosenbaum

If the signatures are verified, the new map would not be in play for the 2026 midterm elections.

Richard von Glahn, with the group People Not Politicians, expects Republicans to try and stop the referendum.

Our democracy belongs to us, not to politicians.

The Republican secretary of state could try and block the ballot measure, but redistricting opponents say that may not hold up in court.

For NPR News, I'm Jason Rosenbaum in St.