People Not Politicians

Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins blocked public votes on a state's new congressional map and a proposed constitutional amendment, declaring both measures unconstitutional. He argued that the Missouri Constitution does not permit a referendum on redistricting plans, citing violations of federal law. This decision prompted an immediate court challenge from People Not Politicians.

A Missouri campaign seeking a public vote on the state's congressional map is suing to block its use in the November election, arguing the Secretary of State improperly certified it. The lawsuit challenges the map's constitutionality and raises questions about the validity of primary election results under the disputed districts.

Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins blocked two ballot measures from appearing on the November 2020 ballot, claiming they are unconstitutional. The measures aimed to force a referendum on a congressional redistricting map and to limit legislative power over initiative measures. A political action committee submitted over 300,000 signatures for each proposal, but Hoskins asserted the state constitution does not permit referendums on redistricting and that one amendment violated single-subject requirements.

Missouri's Secretary of State Denny Hoskins rejected a petition seeking a referendum on new congressional districts, citing constitutional grounds. The petition, supported by People Not Politicians and backed by over 300,000 signatures, aims to challenge the Republican-led redistricting plan in court. The decision allows the new districts to be used in upcoming elections despite ongoing legal disputes.

Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins sued to block disclosure of records related to reviewing signatures on a referendum petition challenging the state's congressional redistricting map. The lawsuit involves a request by Emily Gerber, deputy director of People Not Politicians, under the Sunshine Law, with Hoskins arguing the records are protected due to ongoing litigation.

Missouri election officials are mailing primary ballots using a gerrymandered congressional map with unresolved legal status. Voters in 28 counties have been reassigned to new districts, and a petition for a referendum on the map remains pending. Local officials have opted to use the new districts to avoid inconsistencies.

A lawsuit seeks to compel Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins to decide if a referendum challenging the state's new congressional map qualifies for the November ballot before the August 4 primary. The political action committee People Not Politicians claims Hoskins and Attorney General Catherine Hanaway are delaying a decision, while Hoskins argues he needs the full allotted time to review petitions that may meet constitutional thresholds.