Voters would decide whether to guarantee early voting rights

The proposed amendment would give voters a right to vote in person before election day and require county boards to run early voting sites. The right and board duties cover primary and general elections held in even-numbered years. Boards would set sites, hours, and staffing, and provide same-day registration and voting to anyone qualified to register. The General Assembly may provide money to county election boards for early voting; the amendment does not require an appropriation. On weekdays, sites must stay open at least from 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., unless a county board decides voter demand allows closing at 6:00 p.m. If a Sunday is selected, all sites open and close at the same times. Voters would decide on the amendment at the November 3, 2026, statewide general election. If a majority approves it, the amendment would take effect upon certification of the results.