California: Sec. of State says districts could be ready for 2006 if Prop. 77 passes
The San Francisco Chronicle reports: Despite concerns about the tight timing, California's political map could be redrawn in time for the June 2006 election, if Proposition 77 passes in November, Secretary of State Bruce McPherson said Monday.
It's a tough criterion, "but I think the lines could be in place for next year,'' he said during an informal news conference.
It was an abrupt shift of direction for the former Santa Cruz legislator, who said several weeks ago that backers of the redistricting measure, who include Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, had no chance of having the new districts ready for next year's elections. -- SACRAMENTO / New districts possible for June 2006 vote / If Prop. 77 passes, secretary of state sees quick implementation