The Ballot Brief
2026 Ballot Measures

Idaho Statewide Ballot Measures 2026

Idaho voters will decide 3 statewide measures in 2026 on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Summaries below stick to the certified ballot language — no editorializing.

Most statewide measures pass with a simple majority; passage requirements can vary by measure type — see the official full text for details.

HJR 4: Grant Legislature Exclusive Authority and Prohibit Citizen-Initiated Measures on Marijuana, Narcotics, and Psychoactive Substances Amendment

Constitutional amendment (legislative referral)

Provide that only the state legislature has the authority to legalize marijuana, narcotics, or other psychoactive substances

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

Official full text & details →

HJR 6: English as Official State Language Amendment

Constitutional amendment (legislative referral)

Add constitutional language designating English as the official language of Idaho

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

Official full text & details →

Official State Gun Question

Advisory question (legislative referral)

Ask voters to choose the official state gun of Idaho

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

Official full text & details →

These measures appear on every ballot in the state — see your full ballot with your ZIP code

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Titles and summaries reflect each state's certified measure list as tracked by Ballotpedia, with links to the full text. Measure lists can change until final certification — always confirm with your state election office. Last reviewed July 9, 2026.