Tennessee 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.
Tennessee constitutional amendments must be approved by a majority of all votes cast in the governor's election.
Amendment 1: Remove Right to Bail for Certain Criminal Offenses Measure
Constitutional amendment (legislative referral)
Remove the right to bail for specified criminal offenses
A yes vote
Supports removing the constitutional right to bail for specified criminal offenses.
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.