PHOENIX — Republican state lawmakers are moving to have the state conduct its own census in 2030 — but one that would count only those who are citizens.
Sen. Jake Hoffman acknowledged at least part of the reason he is pushing it is political: He believes it will allow the state to draw up legislative districts in a way that will mean more power for Republicans and less for Democrats.
Several Democratic lawmakers say a second census will lead to confusion, inaccuracy and even a fear by families from “mixed status” households with citizens and noncitizens, from being willing to answer questions from people who show up at their doors.
