Fair Districts for Ohio: How You Can Take Action
The Equal Districts Coalition is a unified group of prominent Ohio advocacy organizations working together to ensure our government works for all of us — no exceptions. This coalition is nonpartisan and does not include political parties such as the Ohio Democratic Party (ODP).
Of course, redistricting is a key priority for ODP, which continues to support Democratic legislative leaders and advocate for fair representation across the state.
On September 9, House Minority Leader Dani Isaacsohn (D-Cincinnati) and Senate Democratic Leader Nickie J. Antonio (D-Lakewood) unveiled a proposed fair district map at a press conference. Meanwhile, ODP is drawing attention to the fact that Republican leaders in the Ohio Legislature are ignoring legal requirements and letting critical redistricting deadlines pass without action. The party is also working with national redistricting organizations to help ensure that Ohioans get the fair maps they deserve.
What You Can Do
1. Create your own map.
The Ohio Legislature offers a public map-drawing portal, allowing anyone to create and submit their own fair district plan. You can also browse maps that have already been submitted — there are currently 94!
👉 Browse maps or submit your own
2. Testify at hearings.
Public testimony is one of the most powerful ways to make your voice heard. You can submit written testimony or speak at one of the scheduled redistricting hearings. More than 170 Ohioans have already testified in Columbus — you might even recognize some of the names!
👉 Submit your testimony or view the list of speakers here.
3. Contact your legislators.
Call or email your representatives to demand that they follow Ohio law and the will of the voters. For Delaware County residents:
- Senator Andrew Brenner – (614) 466-8086 | Contact Form
- Representative Brian Lorenz (House District 60) – (614) 644-6711 | Contact Form
Looking Ahead
Although volunteers collected thousands of signatures to place another redistricting reform measure on the ballot this year, the total fell short of the required number. Reform advocates are already planning the next steps:
- For 2026, signature collection is underway for two proposed ballot initiatives — The Ohio Equal Rights Amendment and The Ohio Right to Marry Amendment.
- Petitions to reform Ohio’s redistricting process are expected to move forward again in 2027.
Ohioans have shown time and again that they want fair representation and accountable government. By speaking up, getting involved, and holding lawmakers to the law, we can help ensure that our districts truly reflect our communities — and that our government works for all of us.