Illinois House Democrats approved a measure to create judicial subcircuits along party lines on Wednesday. A GOP lawmaker joined other House Republicans in voting against the measure, saying the passage of this legislation is an affront to transparency and good government.

The Senate President said the measure won’t create more judges, but rather It will create a more diverse judiciary. Republican State Representative Amy Elik of Fosterburg says the process has been neither transparent nor inclusive.

If approved by the governor, the subcircuits would take effect for some areas this year and others in 2024.