In November 2008, California voters passed the Voters FIRST Act, authorizing the creation of the Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission to draw new district lines, taking the job out of the hands of the California Legislature and transferring it to the citizens.
In 2010, the VOTERS FIRST Act for Congress added the responsibility of drawing Congressional districts to the Commission.
The last meeting was held June 10. More meetings are coming up so check their website.
View the fact sheet below to learn more or visit the website.