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.
These measures appear on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot unless an earlier date is shown. 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
A yes vote
Supports giving the state legislature exclusive authority to legalize marijuana, narcotics, or other psychoactive substances, removing the option of citizen-initiated legalization measures.
A no vote
Keeps the current arrangement, under which citizens may propose such measures by initiative.
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.
