John Tanner and Jim Cooper Fairness and Independence in Redistricting Act

This bill requires states to use independent redistricting commissions (or state supreme courts/federal courts) for congressional redistricting after each census, rather than allowing state legislatures to control the process. It sets specific criteria for redistricting plans, including population equality, geographic continuity of counties/municipalities, and prohibiting consideration of political party affiliation or incumbent residence. States must establish these commissions by specific deadlines, provide public access to redistricting data, and submit plans for legislative approval. The bill provides $150,000 per congressional seat to help states implement the new redistricting process, but only for states with more than one representative. It applies to redistricting after the 2030 census.