Virginia Supreme Court Hears Case on Redistricting Measure

This transcript captures a session of the Virginia Supreme Court held on April 27, 2026, where justices heard arguments regarding the procedural validity of a constitutional amendment related to redistricting. The discussion focused on whether the General Assembly complied with constitutional requirements for amending the state constitution, including the proper convening and scope of special legislative sessions, the timing of intervening elections, and statutory publication requirements. Counsel debated the interpretation of "next general election" and whether early voting counts as participation in that election. The challengers argued that the amendment process was flawed due to an improperly expanded special session and lack of an intervening election, while the respondents maintained that all constitutional steps were followed and the amendment was validly ratified by the people. No procurement, contracting, or budget matters were discussed during this court hearing.