The Ballot Brief
2026 Ballot Measures

North Carolina Statewide Ballot Measures 2026

North Carolina 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.

Property Tax Levy Limit Amendment

Constitutional amendment (legislative referral)

Require the state legislature to pass laws limiting the amount that property taxes may increase

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

Official full text & details →

Reduce Income Tax Rate Cap from 7% to 3.5% Amendment

Constitutional amendment (legislative referral)

Reduce the maximum allowable income tax rate from 7% to 3.5%

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

Official full text & details →

Require Voter Identification Amendment

Constitutional amendment (legislative referral)

Require photographic identification to vote for all voters, not just those voting in person

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

Browse the full North Carolina voter guide →  ·  North Carolina primary date →

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.