Welcome to the House Project

By AZPOLIGUY

Have you ever asked yourself why certain laws don’t reflect your community—or why your voice feels silenced in state decisions? You’re not alone. In Arizona, a state with over 7 million people and just 60 state representatives, underrepresentation is a serious problem. When our population grows, but the number of representatives stays the same, many communities lack a voice in the decisions that affect them most. Recognizing this imbalance is the first step toward a more responsive, equitable government—and that change begins with informed, engaged citizens like you.

Why Reapportionment and District Reform Matter

Let's break it down.

Reapportionment is the process of redistributing representation in a legislative body, typically after each census. But in many states, legislative representation hasn't been updated in ways that reflect shifts in population, economic centers, or community interests. Some rural areas are overrepresented, while growing urban and suburban areas remain underrepresented.

District reform, on the other hand, focuses on how legislative boundaries are drawn. Right now, many states carve up counties and cities into bizarre, disconnected pieces—splitting communities with shared interests into different districts, all for political advantage. The result? Legislators who aren't accountable to any one community and voters who feel unheard.

It doesn't have to be this way. Imagine a map where legislative districts follow county lines, where representation reflects the people—not party politics. That's what this movement is all about.

The Power of Community: Where Reform Starts

Significant political reform starts not in the halls of power but in local communities. That's where YOU come in.

We are building a grassroots coalition of everyday citizens—students, farmers, city workers, parents, retirees—who believe that fair representation is the cornerstone of a healthy democracy. The goal? To advocate for legislative districts that respect county boundaries and push for reapportionment based on today's population realities.

Why county lines? Because they're real, meaningful borders. Counties often share infrastructure, economies, school systems, and public services. When a legislative district spans two, three, or even five counties, it becomes nearly impossible for a representative to serve any one community well. It's time to simplify, clarify, and make our democracy more functional.

How We Do It: From Awareness to Action

This movement has a clear roadmap:

1. Educate – We start by spreading awareness. That means town halls, social media campaigns, school visits, and partnerships with civic groups. When people understand how district lines affect their daily lives, they care... they act!

2. Organize – We're forming local chapters in every county. These chapters will host meetings, engage local leaders, and collect stories from residents about how misrepresentation has impacted their lives.

3. Mobilize – With a critical mass, we petition our state legislatures, demand public input in redistricting, and support ballot initiatives that enshrine fair mapping principles into law.

4. Legislate – Ultimately, we work with reform-minded lawmakers to pass legislation prioritizing county-based districts, fair representation, and transparency.

Join the Movement

Democracy doesn't just happen on Election Day. It happens in every meeting, every conversation, and every community gathering where people say, "This system doesn't work for us—and we're going to fix it."

Your voice matters whether you're new to politics or a seasoned advocate. You can start a local chapter, share this message, volunteer for outreach, or sit down with your neighbors and talk about how your district could serve you better.

Let's bring representation home, draw lines that make sense, and build a democracy that reflects the people it serves—county by county, voice by voice.