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Michigan · November 3, 2026 general election · Statewide ballot measure

Proposal 26-1: what your vote means

Constitutional convention. On every Michigan ballot. Official sources checked October 21, 2026.

Proposal 26-1 · Constitutionally required question (every 16 years)

Constitutional convention

Official ballot title (quoted exactly)

Shall a convention of elected delegates be convened in 2027 to draft a general revision of the State Constitution for presentation to the state’s voters for their approval or rejection?

Ballot wording as certified by the Michigan Bureau of Elections.

A YES vote means:

A convention of 148 elected delegates would meet starting in 2027 to draft a general revision of the Michigan Constitution, which voters would then approve or reject.

A NO vote means:

No constitutional convention would be held; the question returns to the ballot in 16 years.

What it would change

  • Who is affected: all Michigan residents; delegates would be elected from each of the 38 Senate and 110 House districts.
  • Next step: any proposed constitution must go to voters within 90 days after the convention adjourns.
  • Timing (Senate Fiscal Agency): delegates would likely be elected in 2027 and convene in Lansing in October 2027.
  • Fiscal impact: The Senate Fiscal Agency says costs are difficult to estimate and offers three approaches: about $10.2 million total (1961 costs inflated), about $1.8 million per month, or about $3.9 million per month; elections not held on regular dates could add about $20.3 million each.

Who supports it and who opposes it

These lists come from official campaign filings (registered committees) and public endorsements, each linked to its source. They are not complete, and SaveYourState does not endorse anyone listed. Lists checked October 30, 2026.

Who supports it

Not yet compiled

Who opposes it

Official sources

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