Democrats who control the Maryland Legislature began advancing legislation Monday intended to clear the way for a partisan redistricting process that could help their party pick up an additional U.S. House seat by 2028. The General Assembly heard hours of debate and testimony on a proposed constitutional amendment intended to give Democrats greater latitude to draw congressional maps favoring their party, which already represents seven of the state’s eight House districts. Whether it’s in a red state, a blue state — it’s just wrong,” said state Sen. Mary Beth Carozza. If approved there, lawmakers could revisit the congressional maps for the 2028 election cycle under the constitution’s new guidance. Now some states, such as Maryland and New York, are taking steps to redraw congressional districts ahead of the 2028 elections .