The Ballot Brief
2026 Ballot Measures

Virginia Statewide Ballot Measures 2026

Virginia 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.

Remove Constitutional Same-Sex Marriage Ban Amendment

Constitutional amendment (legislative referral)

Repeal the provision defining marriage as between one man and one woman and prohibit the state from denying a marriage license to two adult persons based on sex, gender, or race

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

Official full text & details →

Right to Reproductive Freedom Amendment

Constitutional amendment (legislative referral)

Provide a state constitutional right to reproductive freedom, defined as "the right to make and effectuate one's own decisions about all matters related to one's pregnancy"

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

Official full text & details →

Voting Rights Restoration for Felons Upon Release Amendment

Constitutional amendment (legislative referral)

Provide that persons convicted of felonies have their voting rights restored upon release from incarceration

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.