The Ballot Brief
2026 Ballot Measures

Wisconsin Statewide Ballot Measures 2026

Wisconsin 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.

Prohibit Government Closure of Places of Worship During Emergencies Amendment

Constitutional amendment (legislative referral)

Prohibit the government from closing gatherings at places of worship during declared emergencies, including public health emergencies

A yes vote

Supports prohibiting the government from closing gatherings at places of worship during declared emergencies, including public health emergencies.

A no vote

Leaves current emergency powers unchanged.

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

Official full text & details →

Prohibit Government Discrimination or Preferential Treatment Amendment

Constitutional amendment (legislative referral)

Prohibit the government from discriminating or granting preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin

A yes vote

Supports prohibiting the government from discriminating against, or granting preferential treatment to, any person based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin.

A no vote

Leaves the constitution unchanged on this subject.

YES supports this change · NO keeps current law

Official full text & details →

Prohibit Partial Veto to Increase Tax or Fee Amendment

Constitutional amendment (legislative referral)

Prohibit the governor from using the partial veto to create or increase any tax or fee

A yes vote

Supports prohibiting the governor from using the partial veto to create or increase any tax or fee.

A no vote

Keeps the governor's current partial veto power.

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.