City Council to consider resolution opposing new congressional district lines
The resolution by council members JB Smiley Jr. (pictured) and Janika White is a nonbinding action. (Greg Campbell/Special to The Daily Memphian file)
The resolution is not binding on state lawmakers, who have already passed the controversial plan. Council members also take a look at affordable housing in Orange Mound.
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