2026 Constitutional Amendments – On the November Ballot

🚨 ALERT: Three Democrat-Pushed Amendments Head to November 3 Ballot – Reproductive Rights, Felon Voting, Same-Sex Marriage!

As of February 19, 2026 (evening): The Virginia General Assembly (Democrat majorities) approved four constitutional amendments (passed in 2025 and again in 2026). Gov. Spanberger signed related bills, certifying them. Three go to voters on **November 3, 2026**: enshrining reproductive freedom (including abortion access), automatic voting rights restoration for felons post-incarceration, and repealing the constitutional ban on same-sex marriage. A fourth (mid-decade congressional redistricting) was set for an April 21 special referendum but faces a **temporary court block** (Feb 19 injunction by Tazewell County Judge Hurley, citing procedural violations; Democrats appealing).

Republicans view these as radical changes: expanding abortion without limits, empowering felon voting to influence close elections, and erasing traditional marriage definitions — all while the redistricting amendment could enable partisan map-drawing to favor Democrats in 2026 midterms.

Why This Matters to Fauquier County & Virginia Conservatives

These amendments could reshape Virginia law permanently, overriding legislative checks:

  • Reproductive rights amendment locks in broad abortion access, making restrictions harder even under future GOP majorities.
  • Felon voting restoration adds potentially thousands of votes in swing areas like Fauquier, shifting outcomes on taxes, crime, and more.
  • Same-sex marriage repeal removes the 2006 provision, aligning with federal law but seen as unnecessary symbolism eroding traditional values.
  • Redistricting (if block lifted) allows mid-decade redraws, risking gerrymandered maps diluting Fauquier’s conservative voice in Congress.

Republicans urge a “No” vote on all — protect life, secure elections, preserve values, and stop partisan power grabs.

Key 2026 Constitutional Amendments & Status

Amendment Description Election Date & Status
Reproductive Freedom (HB 781 / SB 449) Establishes right to reproductive decisions (abortion, contraception, fertility treatments); limits third-trimester restrictions except for life/health risks. November 3, 2026 – Certified; on ballot.
Felon Voting Rights Restoration (HJ 2 / SJ 2) Automatic voting rights for felons upon release from incarceration (no gubernatorial petition needed). November 3, 2026 – Certified; on ballot (bipartisan support).
Remove Same-Sex Marriage Ban (HB/SJ related) Repeals 2006 provision defining marriage as one man/one woman; guarantees equal marriage rights regardless of sex/gender/race. November 3, 2026 – Certified; on ballot (bipartisan).
Mid-Decade Congressional Redistricting (HB 1384 / related) Temporarily allows General Assembly to redraw congressional maps mid-decade if other states do so; overrides independent commission until after 2030 census. April 21, 2026 special referendum – Certified but **temporarily blocked** by court injunction (Feb 19); appeal pending.

What’s Next?

  • November 3, 2026: Vote “No” on all three amendments to protect conservative principles.
  • April 21 (if block lifted): Oppose redistricting amendment — it’s a Democrat power grab.
  • Monitor appeals/court dockets for redistricting; contact lawmakers to oppose future amendments.
  • Join GOP/voter integrity groups for turnout efforts — your vote stops these changes!

Vote No on Radical Amendments, Fauquier Republicans!
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Sources & Further Reading

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Last Updated: February 19, 2026 | @CommsGop52463