Legislative District

A legislative district is a designated geographic area within a state used to elect representatives to a legislative body, such as a state legislature or Congress. Each district is drawn to represent approximately the same number of people, ensuring fair representation. When voters in a district vote for a candidate, they are choosing someone to represent their interests in creating laws and policies. These districts can be redrawn through a process called redistricting, often after each census, to reflect changes in population and maintain equal representation across regions.