Senate votes to split Travis County into four districts
For example, Watson would represent the west side of I-35 in South Austin, while State Sen. Judith Zaffirini, D-Laredo would represent the east side of I-35. Watson would retain downtown Austin and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
State Sen. Jeff Wentworth, R-San Antonio, and State Sen. Troy Fraser, R-Horseshoe Bay, would split Western Travis County, including Oak Hill.
Senate Redistricting Chairman Kel Selliger explains the sheer complexity of statewide redistricting led to the need to carve up the county.
John Woods wants Zaffirini ... she moves closer (Laredo/Austin area) ...
